Hi Everyone,
I hope you were able to watch my last segment on Autism. The most important thing I can stress is that early intervention is key. One of the hallmark features of autism is impaired social interaction. Children with autism often fail to respond to their name, avoid eye contact, and have a difficult time interpreting what others are thinking and feeling. You will find that a child with autism has a difficult time making friends as well.
In addition to this, you will find they have a delay in verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviors and interest. To hear more, listen to my segment.
I know recognizing and seeing these delays in your child can be upsetting. Remember, there are great resources and people to help you. Autism is not curable but it is treatable and there are some great treatment plans in place. Highly structured and specialized programs seem to work best with autistic children. Get support today for you and your child if you suspect your child may be autistic.
You can contact your pediatrician or your local school district and ask for the special education department. They will guide you and evaluate your son or daughter.
You are not alone in this process. Stay positive and stay focused on what can be done for your child.
Dr. Nina
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