ALBANY – The New York State Police have announced its Autism Awareness – Visor Card Program , designed to assist both members of law enforcement and individuals with autism during public interactions.

Over the past several decades, diagnoses of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have become increasingly more prevalent. It is estimated that one in every 45 adults in the United States has autism.

With more than one million public contacts annually, State Police members will inevitably interact with individuals on the autism spectrum. To support these encounters and improve communication, the Division has developed the Autism Awareness – Visor Card .

The card features simple visual icons that troopers can use to assist with communication and reduce confusion or fear during interac

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