Frequently Asked Questions

There’s a free screening tool for finding early signs of Autism!

There is a simple screening tool for pediatricians/family practitioners for finding early signs of Autism Spectrum Disorder. The Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers (M-CHAT™, Robins, Fein & Barton, 1999) is available for free downloads for clinical, research and educational purposes.   The M-CHAT™ and scoring instructions are available for download here: M-CHAT and M-CHAT …

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How early should aggressive interventions for autism start?

Estimates show that up to 25% of children in a primary care practice show developmental issues (American Academy of Neurology-AAN 2000). Often, children don’t get the appropriate help they need until after the age of 3yrs. Repeated studies have shown that it is imperative to diagnose children early with any form of developmental delay in …

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What are the characteristics of autism?

The Characteristics Of Autism Include Difficulty relating with people Inappropriate laughing/giggling No fear of real dangers Apparent insensitivity to pain Extreme attachment to objects Disturbances in communicating Repetitive or ritualistic behavior Hypersensitivity to the senses Selective hearing Emotional distress for no reason Resists change in routine Appears to “look through” people Resists normal teaching methods …

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