Autism Research Centre Project

An autism research centre that aims to translate and adapt the latest evidence-based diagnostic and treatment methods, and to carry out advanced research towards a more precise and deeper understanding of the causes of autism and the paths to early diagnosis — in cooperation with local, regional and international centres.

People with autism, their families, and everyone working with them.

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre – Riyadh.

SAR 42,000,000

• Rapid, free diagnosis for people with autism.
• Training families of children with autism in how to support them.
• Developing and raising the capability of professionals working in the field of autism.

• New diagnoses: (54).
• Trainees: (2,096) — including those who attended sessions, lectures and virtual reality technology sessions serving people with autism spectrum disorder, as well as awareness sessions.
• Sessions: (1,442) — including therapeutic and advisory sessions in psychotherapy, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, and special education services.
• Total beneficiaries: (3,592).