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Autism Learning Center

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Welcome

Autism is a developmental disorder that appears in the first 3 years of life, and affects the brain's normal development of social and communication skills.

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 done by their pediatrician. Further testing may be needed if the...
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.
Risk Factors
Complications
Autism can be associated with other disorders that affect the brain, such as: Fragile X syndrome; Mental retardation;...
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 ...

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