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
Further testing may be needed if the doctor or parents are concerned. This is particularly true if a child fails to m...
Treatments
An early, intensive, appropriate treatment program will greatly improve the outlook for most young children with auti...
Drugs
No single medication has yet proved highly effective for the major features of autism. However, a variety of drugs ca...
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 T...
Prevention
Until the cause of autism is discovered, prevention is not possible.
Doctor Specialties
Parents usually suspect that there is a developmental problem long before a diagnosis is made. Call your health care ...
Basic Info