Autism Statistics:  What is going on here?

80% of today’s Autism population is under 18.

In the 1980’s the autism rate was estimated to be 3 in 10,000.

In the 1990’s, the rate increased by ten times.

In 2004, the autism epidemic rate was revised to be 1 in 200.

In 2005, the autism epidemic rate was revised to be 1 in 166.

In 2006, the autism epidemic rate was revised to be 1 in 150 nationally and as much as 1 in 99 in Oregon!

The Center For Disease Control has announced that autism is the fastest growing developmental disability in the United States.

Dr. Chapman treats children with Autism, Asperger syndrome, Pervasive developmental Disorder, sensory integration/ processing disorder and ADHD according to her ten phase integrative treatment strategy.

If your child has recently received a diagnosis on the Autism spectrum, check out the Autism Action Plan.

Dr. Chapman is a DAN doctor in Oregon.  For a DAN doctor in your area, check this link.