Question
The child is 28 months old and has been diagnosed with autism. The parents want to know if the diagnosis is accurate and seek effective treatment methods. They are worried about the child’s inability to develop like other children.
Answer
Autism patients may exhibit avoidance of eye contact, lack of facial expressions, refusal of hugs, lack of obvious attachment to parents, ignoring calls for their name, poor language skills, not initiating conversations with others, often talking to themselves, repetitive speech, screaming or making noises that are hard to understand, and using nods, shakes of the head, or other facial expressions to express needs. It is recommended to seek treatment early and consult with local doctors.