Mary Boehm, MA, CCC-SLP Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities Programs Division Download the printable brief version of this post here. What is Autism Spectrum Disorder? Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition; this means that ASD affects how a person’s brain develops. When a person has ASD, there are problems with social communication, and repetitive patterns of behavior or restricted interests. The current definition for Autism Spectrum Disorder comes from the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5). Autism is a spectrum because there is a range of symptoms and severity levels. Some people have mild […]
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Family Infant Toddler Program (FIT) The FIT Program is a statewide program that provides early intervention services to infants, toddlers who have or are at risk for developmental delays and families in New Mexico. Early intervention provides activities and strategies for families to use to promote their child’s development throughout the day. Early intervention can make a lifetime of difference! Making a referral to a FIT program FIT: Making a Referral Brochure Making a Referral to the Family Infant Toddler Program Video Eligibility Determination: Developmental Delay Established condition At risk – biological/medical At risk – environmental