Paid leave is available for those with autism, caregivers [Video]

HARTFORD, Conn. — April is Autism Acceptance Month, and the Connecticut Paid Leave Authority reminded state residents on Tuesday that people living with autism and their caregivers may be eligible for paid leave benefits when they seek care for their health condition.

Autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, is a condition related to brain development that affects how a person perceives and socializes with others, creating problems in social interaction and communication, according to a release from Connecticut Paid Leave. ASD also includes limited and repetitive patterns of behavior.

The release from Connecticut Paid Leave said the term “spectrum” in autism spectrum disorder refers to a variety of symptoms and severity, adding that there is no cure for ASD, but intensive, early treatment can have a positive impact, especially in the lives of children.

Connecticut Paid Leave provides covered workers with income …