Child Autism Autism is a complex developmental disability that typically appears during the first three years of life. It is caused as a result of a neurological disorder that affects the functioning of the brain. Autism impacts the normal development of the brain in the areas of social interaction and communication skills. Children and adults with autism typically have difficulties in verbal and non-verbal communication, social interactions, and leisure or play activities. Results have shown …showed first 75 words of 692 total…

…showed last 75 words of 692 total…alone due to their extreme parenting demands and the lack of qualified staff to watch a child with autism in their absence. There are no medical tests for diagnosing autism. An accurate diagnosis must be based on observation of the individual's communication, behavior, and developmental levels. Because autism is a spectrum disorder, no one method alone is effective in treating autism. Other treatments that may help include medicine, diet, vitamins and occupational and sensory therapies