Autism is a neuro-developmental disorder that begins at birth or within the first two years of life. Concerns usually begin with a notable deficit in speech and language, reduced eye contact, and play skills. In young children, it is common to hear complaints that the toddler or the 4-year-old won’t respond to their name when called. They often have limited social interaction, and peculiar movements, such as … Read more rocking, flapping hands, and in some cases, self-injurious behaviors. It is critical that timely evaluation and intervention is undertaken as the earlier the intervention, the better the outcomes. The prognosis or course of development varies greatly, but it is prudent to employ all resources from speech therapy to Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), when applicable.

At Comprehend the Mind, we are often sought out by parents and providers for a definitive diagnosis or clarity when Autism is suspected. Our clinical team works together to assess, confer, and diagnose, to write an actionable treatment plan. We work with schools, providers, and parents to gather information to understand the child, the school and family dynamic, and curate a multi-level plan to address the whole child. We re-evaluate every 18 months to assess response to intervention (RTI) and adjust the diagnoses and treatment accordingly. This has been shown to be the most effective way to understand the evolving challenges children with Autism experience, and to proactively address them.

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