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Speaking about why this concert was of immense personal importance, Ms Barrett said:
"I think it's important to be part of the community - not only where you live but wherever you think you can serve. To be able to do this Charity Concert for DAC is therefore an honour. The Dubai Autism Center is a wonderful school and the therapists here are doing such a great job. I hope the concert has helped in some way toward a very precious mission."
Ms Barrett was also shown plans for the new facility which needs more funds before completion end 2009.
Autism impacts more boys than girls
Autism is a neurological disorder, impacting a child's ability to interact easily with his or her environment. While it is not curable, early diagnosis and adequate treatment are pivotal to help the child manage everyday situations more readily. Early signs of Autism are too often confused for deafness or other challenges, and it is hoped that with greater public awareness, the child showing early signs of Autism would be detected sooner so therapy may commence. Figures indicate that Autism impacts more boys than girls with a 4:1 ratio.
Dubai needs to raise awareness to help them while still young
Mr Mohammed Emadi, Director General and Board Member, Dubai Autism Center, pointed out the need for the new facility as the waiting list for the Center is long and growing each month. He explained, "Children as young as three years of age can be tested for Autism spectrum disorder, and commence effective early therapy. Early diagnosis is key to helping their chances of growing up into productive, active adults. The more aware we are as a community, the higher the chances of us helping all the children who need us now."
The new Dubai Autism Center needs Dhs70m for its new facility and appeals to the general public and corporations to make a donation of any size by calling 800-AUTISM.
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