Early detection of autism in children

When the symptoms of autism can be detected as early as possible and do proper treatment and intense, we can help autistic children for develop optimally. Detection of autism can be done with a method called M-CHAT (Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers). These are important questions for parents:

• Does your child can imitates your behavior?
• Does your child interested on other children?
• Does your child ever bring an object for be shown to the parents?
• Does your child can appoints to notify their interest in something?
• Does your child responds when its name was called?
• If you point a toy from a distance, whether your child will look at the toys?

If the answer is NO for two or more questions, then you should consult with professionals who are experts in child development and explore the field of autism and do not postpone gives necessary therapy of autistic children.