Autism Spectrum Disorders
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FAQ
Early signs include delayed speech; limited eye contact; and restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or activities.
Studies suggest both genetics and environmental factors play a role in the development of autism.
Diagnosis involves developmental screenings, behavioral assessments, and observations.
No, autism is not curable, but therapies can improve skills and quality of life, including but not limited to the use of early intervention.
Therapies include applied behavioral analysis, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and social skills work.

Lee S. Cohen, MD
Medical Reviewer
Lee S. Cohen, MD, is an associate professor of clinical psychiatry at Columbia University Irving Medical Center, maintains a clinical practice focused on expert and complex diagnos...

Samuel Mackenzie, MD, PhD
Medical Reviewer
Samuel Mackenzie, MD, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Child Neurology, Neuromuscular Disease, and Neuroscience at University of Rochester Medical Center. He completed his undergr...

John Paul McHugh, MD
Medical Reviewer
John Paul McHugh, MD, is an obstetrician-gynecologist and lifestyle medicine specialist in southern California. He has always placed wellness at the center of his work, in both del...

Eric R. Williams, MD
Medical Reviewer
Eric Williams is the associate dean of student affairs and career advising and associate professor of neuropsychiatry and behavioral science at the University of South Carolina Sch...

Allison Young, MD
Medical Reviewer
Allison Young, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist providing services via telehealth throughout New York and Florida.
In addition to her private practice, Dr. Young serves as an a...

Angela D. Harper, MD
Medical Reviewer
Angela D. Harper, MD, is in private practice at Columbia Psychiatric Associates in South Carolina, where she provides evaluations, medication management, and psychotherapy for adul...

Seth Gillihan, PhD
Medical Reviewer
- Signs and Symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. May 16, 2024.
- Autism Spectrum Disorder. National Institute of Mental Health.
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