Autismo in Cartagena, Colombia

Autism Spectrum Disorder

What is autism?

Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is a neurodevelopmental condition that can affect communication, social interaction, interests, behavior and the way a person processes sensory information. Characteristics and support needs can vary widely from one person to another.

When should I seek an evaluation for possible autism?

Professional evaluation may be appropriate when there are persistent differences in communication or social interaction, difficulty adapting to change, highly focused interests, repetitive behaviors or particular sensory responses. In children, differences in language development, play or interaction with others may also be observed.

What specialists diagnose and treat autism?

Assessment may involve clinical psychologists, neuropsychologists, child and adolescent psychiatrists, adult psychiatrists, pediatricians, neurologists and other developmental specialists. Psychologists and neuropsychologists can assess communication, behavior, learning and cognitive functions, while psychiatrists, pediatricians and neurologists can provide medical evaluation and assess associated conditions. Support may include psychotherapy, behavioral interventions, social skills training, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy and other interventions according to individual needs.

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On MedicosDoc, you can find psychologists, neuropsychologists, psychiatrists, pediatricians, neurologists, speech-language therapists, occupational therapists and other specialists with experience in autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Explore the profiles related to this search and learn about their experience and assessment, treatment and support options.