Question
I feel like my son has autism, even though my husband and I are very concerned about him, and he doesn’t seem to listen when we talk to him, just as if he hasn’t heard. At home, he is also silent, not playing with other children, just playing by himself. What are the symptoms of pediatric autism?
Answer
The symptoms of pediatric autism generally manifest as follows:
- The child prefers to play alone, not liking to be in groups.
- The child often stays in their own world or likes to sit in a small corner drowsily, doing their own thing.
- The child dislikes interacting with others and lacks social interaction skills.
- This situation may be related to some environmental and emotional factors the child was exposed to during pregnancy. If you have doubts about whether your child has autism, it is recommended to consult a professional doctor or pediatric specialist, who will assess and diagnose based on the child’s specific situation.