Question
A young child, living with his grandmother due to his parents’ long-term work abroad, exhibits behavior that is uncharacteristic of peers. A medical diagnosis identifies the child as having pediatric autism. Can pediatric autism be treated?
Answer
Pediatric autism can be effectively treated. If the condition stems from a lack of security and parental affection, parents should increase interaction with their child, using play or conversation to make the child feel loved by their parents, and complementing this with psychological counseling to gradually guide the child back to normalcy. It is recommended that parents guide their children in the correct manner, avoid corporal punishment, and provide more care and attention to the child.