For Patients/Families

Autism
A rare condition (2:10,000 births) manifested by difficulty in establishing relationships and responding to the environment. The child is often very self-absorbed and may not develop speech normally. These children may ignore external stimuli and others, even their parents. Autism is usually diagnosed when a child is about 1 or 2 years old due to speech and developmental delays. If you have a question that your child may have autism or has been diagnosed with autism, you should consult with your pediatrician and possibly other specialists regarding prognosis and therapy.