Health Issues

Autism

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability that can affect a child's behavior and social and communications skills. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that all children be screened for autism spectrum disorder at their 18- and 24-month well-child checkups. Research shows that starting an intervention program as soon as possible can improve outcomes for many children on the autism spectrum. Learn more in the articles below.

Featured Article

Autism Spectrum Disorder in Children

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental condition. Autistic children often have differences in how they communicate, play and behave. Because most children on the autism spectrum will sit, crawl and walk on time, you may not notice delays in social and communication skills right in the first year of life. Learn more about early identification of autism spectrum disorder in children, and early access to interventions that can improve outcomes.

View

Articles