Royal Pediatrics is here for you if you think your child is showing signs of autism in Fayetteville, Tullahoma, and Manchester, TN. Our medical team is dedicated to providing care to children in an environment that is friendly and comfortable for them. With the appropriate treatment and your support, your child can still lead a full and happy life with autism.
What Is Autism?
Autism spectrum disorder or ASD is a mental health disorder characterized by social interaction and communication deficiencies. Keep reading about signs of autism and come see us if you're concerned about your child.
What Are the Signs?
Individuals with ASD can be diagnosed at any age but you typically start to see signs in the first few years of life so it is also called a developmental disorder. Autism symptoms will manifest in different ways in different individuals. While some autistic patients do have intellectual disabilities, many autistics have average or above-average intelligence. A diagnosis of ASD doesn't determine a person's intelligence.
There are some common signs of ASD in children you can look out for like communication problems. You may notice that they have difficulty picking up on social cues or have strained social interactions. In more severe cases verbal communication overall is a struggle. A child with ASD may appear to be hyperfocused on some activities and disconnected from other activities. You may also notice repetitive behavior.
ASD is a lifelong diagnosis, but treatments will improve a person’s symptoms and daily functioning. The skilled medical team at Royal Pediatrics is here to help when you have concerns about your child and autism in Fayetteville, Tullahoma, or Manchester, TN. Contact us for an appointment at (931) 455-2674.