Basic Info
Symptoms
Most parents of autistic children suspect that something is wrong by the time the child is 18 months old and seek hel...
Causes
Autism is a physical condition linked to abnormal biology and chemistry in the brain. The exact causes of these abnor...
Tests
All children should have routine developmental exams by their pediatrician. Further testing may be needed if there is...
Treatments
An early, intensive, appropriate treatment program will greatly improve the outlook for most young children with auti...
Drugs
Autism is a severe disorder of brain function marked by problems with social contact, intelligence and language, toge...
Alternative Therapies
For organizations that can provide additional information and help on autism, see autism resources.
Complications
Autism can be associated with other disorders that affect the brain, such as: Fragile X syndrome; Mental retardation;...
Prevention
Autism is a severe disorder of brain function marked by problems with social contact, intelligence and language, toge...
Doctor Specialties
Parents usually suspect that there is a developmental problem long before a diagnosis is made. Call your health care ...
Basic Info