Health Tip: Symptoms That May Indicate an Autistic Disorder
Jan. 9, 2010 -- (HealthDay News) -- Autism spectrum disorders (ASD), caused by a problem in the brain, describes a group of related conditions that affect a child's actions, ability to associate with others, and capacity to communicate.
The American Academy of Pediatrics says the following behaviors and characteristics could signal an ASD in an infant or toddler: