{"id":1122,"date":"2025-03-24T13:43:54","date_gmt":"2025-03-24T13:43:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ilknurerol.com\/?page_id=1122"},"modified":"2026-03-06T07:48:43","modified_gmt":"2026-03-06T07:48:43","slug":"autism-in-children","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ilknurerol.com\/en\/treatments\/autism-in-children\/","title":{"rendered":"Autism in Children"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_1781533798\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-1871335848\">\r\n\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1990815860\" class=\"col hakkimda-ux-blok small-12 large-12\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\" style=\"background-color:#54356b;\" >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<div class=\"row align-middle\"  id=\"row-1396252356\">\r\n\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1405389836\" class=\"col medium-4 small-12 large-4\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n\t<div class=\"img has-hover x md-x lg-x y md-y lg-y\" id=\"image_1543361062\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"img-inner dark\" >\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"636\" height=\"804\" src=\"https:\/\/ilknurerol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/hakkimda-gorsel.webp\" class=\"attachment-2048x2048 size-2048x2048\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ilknurerol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/hakkimda-gorsel.webp 636w, https:\/\/ilknurerol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/hakkimda-gorsel-316x400.webp 316w, https:\/\/ilknurerol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/hakkimda-gorsel-633x800.webp 633w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 636px) 100vw, 636px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#image_1543361062 {\n  width: 100%;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\r\n\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-584433346\" class=\"col medium-8 small-12 large-8\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner dark\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n\t<div id=\"text-864223004\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\r\n\r\n<div><strong>Prof. Dr. \u0130lknur EROL<\/strong><\/div>\r\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-864223004 {\n  font-size: 1.5rem;\n}\n@media (min-width:550px) {\n  #text-864223004 {\n    font-size: 2rem;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\r\n  <div id=\"page-header-214753211\" class=\"page-header-wrapper\">\n  <div class=\"page-title show-for-small light simple-title\">\n\n    \n    <div class=\"page-title-inner container align-top flex-row medium-flex-wrap\" >\n              <div class=\"title-wrapper is-larger flex-col text-left medium-text-center\">\n          <h1 class=\"entry-title mb-0\">\n            Autism in Children          <\/h1>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"title-content flex-col flex-right text-right medium-text-center\">\n        <div class=\"title-breadcrumbs pb-half pt-half\"><\/div>      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n     \n<style>\n#page-header-214753211 .page-title-inner {\n  min-height: 0px;\n}\n#page-header-214753211 {\n  margin-bottom: -30px;\n}\n@media (min-width:550px) {\n  #page-header-214753211 {\n    margin-bottom: 0px;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n  <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  \r\n\r\n  <div id=\"page-header-1330669294\" class=\"page-header-wrapper\">\n  <div class=\"page-title hide-for-small light simple-title\">\n\n    \n    <div class=\"page-title-inner container align-top flex-row medium-flex-wrap\" >\n              <div class=\"title-wrapper flex-col text-left medium-text-center\">\n          <h1 class=\"entry-title mb-0\">\n            Autism in Children          <\/h1>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"title-content flex-col flex-right text-right medium-text-center\">\n        <div class=\"title-breadcrumbs pb-half pt-half\"><\/div>      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n     \n<style>\n#page-header-1330669294 {\n  margin-bottom: -110px;\n}\n<\/style>\n  <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  \r\n\r\n\t<div id=\"gap-678226752\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-678226752 {\n  padding-top: 15px;\n}\n@media (min-width:550px) {\n  #gap-678226752 {\n    padding-top: 30px;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\r\n\r\n<p>She was born in Karab\u00fck in 1972. She completed her primary education at Karab\u00fck Demir \u00c7elik Primary School, her secondary education at Karab\u00fck Be\u015fbinevler Secondary School, and her high school education at Karab\u00fck Demir \u00c7elik High School. She graduated from Marmara University Faculty of Medicine between 1989-1996. Between 1997-2002, she completed her specialization in the Department of Child Health and Diseases at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine.<\/p>\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/ilknurerol.com\/en\/about-me\/\" class=\"button primary is-small lowercase\" style=\"border-radius:10px;\">\n\t\t<span>About Me<\/span>\n\t<\/a>\n\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send\/?phone=905332953876&#038;text=Hello+Prof.+Dr.+%C4%B0lknur+Erol%2C+I+am+contacting+you+via+About+Me%2C+https%3A%2F%2Filknurerol.com%2Fhakkimda%2F.&#038;type=phone_number&#038;app_absent=0\" class=\"button white is-small lowercase\" style=\"border-radius:10px;\">\n\t\t<span>Make an Appointment<\/span>\n\t<\/a>\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-584433346 > .col-inner {\n  margin: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-1990815860 > .col-inner {\n  padding: 30px 30px 1px 30px;\n  margin: 0px 0px -20px 0px;\n  border-radius: 20px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<style>\n#section_1781533798 {\n  padding-top: 20px;\n  padding-bottom: 20px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_782892180\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-619299254\">\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1624441046\" class=\"col small-12 large-12\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n<p>Autism spectrum disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by difficulties in social communication and repetitive behaviors. Speech delay, lack of eye contact, and restricted interests are among the most common symptoms in children.<\/p>\n<p>Signs of autism are usually noticed during early childhood. Difficulty in communicating with peers, limited play skills, and excessive adherence to routines are important in the diagnostic process.<\/p>\n<p>Diagnosis is made through detailed observation, developmental tests, and specialist opinions. Early diagnosis is critically important for achieving positive outcomes in the child\u2019s education and social life.<\/p>\n<p>Individualized education programs, speech therapy, and behavioral approaches are applied in treatment. Together with family support, regular specialist follow-up improves the child\u2019s quality of life and social skills.<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Category<\/td>\n<td>Information<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Medical Name<\/td>\n<td>Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Common Name<\/td>\n<td>Autism<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Frequency<\/td>\n<td>1 in every 44 children; 4 times more common in boys than girls<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Age of Onset<\/td>\n<td>Symptoms are usually noticed between 18-36 months<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Main Causes<\/td>\n<td>Genetic predisposition, neurodevelopmental differences; the effect of environmental factors is being investigated<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Symptoms<\/td>\n<td>Lack of eye contact, difficulty in social interaction, repetitive behaviors, language delay, restricted interests<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Diagnostic Criteria (DSM-5)<\/td>\n<td>Persistent deficits in social communication + repetitive behaviors and interests<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Accompanying Conditions<\/td>\n<td>Intellectual disability, attention deficit, epilepsy, anxiety disorders<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Diagnostic Methods<\/td>\n<td>Developmental evaluation, behavioral observations, ADOS (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule), family interviews<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Treatment Methods<\/td>\n<td>Behavioral therapies (ABA), special education, speech-language therapy, sensory integration therapy, social skills training<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Medication Treatment<\/td>\n<td>Does not treat autism on its own; it may be recommended for accompanying conditions (anxiety, hyperactivity)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Conditions Requiring Emergency Intervention<\/td>\n<td>Self-harming behaviors, severe anxiety crises, seizures<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Complications<\/td>\n<td>Insufficiency in academic and social areas, difficulties in independent living, emotional problems<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Follow-up and 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href=\"https:\/\/ilknurerol.com\/en\/treatments\/autism-in-children\/#How_is_autism_related_to_genetic_factors_in_children\" >How is autism related to genetic factors in children?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/ilknurerol.com\/en\/treatments\/autism-in-children\/#What_additional_health_problems_can_be_seen_together_with_autism_in_children\" >What additional health problems can be seen together with autism in children?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/ilknurerol.com\/en\/treatments\/autism-in-children\/#How_are_speech_and_language_development_supported_in_children_with_autism\" >How are speech and language development supported in children with autism?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/ilknurerol.com\/en\/treatments\/autism-in-children\/#Which_evaluation_methods_are_used_for_the_diagnosis_of_autism_in_children\" >Which evaluation methods are used for the diagnosis of autism in children?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/ilknurerol.com\/en\/treatments\/autism-in-children\/#Why_is_early_intervention_important_in_children_with_autism\" >Why is early intervention important in children with autism?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/ilknurerol.com\/en\/treatments\/autism-in-children\/#What_behavioral_therapies_are_applied_for_autism_in_children\" >What behavioral therapies are applied for autism in children?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/ilknurerol.com\/en\/treatments\/autism-in-children\/#What_is_the_role_of_families_in_the_education_of_children_with_autism\" >What is the role of families in the education of children with autism?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/ilknurerol.com\/en\/treatments\/autism-in-children\/#Which_Department_or_Doctor_Should_Be_Consulted_for_Autism_in_Children\" >Which Department or Doctor Should Be Consulted for Autism in Children?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Autism\"><\/span>What Is Autism?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.who.int\/news-room\/fact-sheets\/detail\/autism-spectrum-disorders\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Autism is actually a neurodevelopmental condition that we can define as a developmental difference in the brain.<\/a> Just like every person\u2019s fingerprint, every child\u2019s developmental path is unique. However, in autism, some distinctive features and differences become evident along this developmental path. We can think of this condition as the different instruments of an orchestra not playing in harmony. There may be some disruptions in communication between different parts of the brain, and this may affect the child\u2019s way of engaging in social interaction, communicating, and displaying repetitive behaviors.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Early_Signs_of_Autism\"><\/span>What Are the Early Signs of Autism?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The early signs of autism can usually be noticed in the child\u2019s first years, and sometimes even in infancy. These signs may appear with different severity and in different forms in every child. Some of the most common early signs we encounter are the child not showing social interest like peers, avoiding eye contact, not responding to their name, delay in speech or no speech at all, playing with toys in unusual ways (for example focusing on the wheels of cars), displaying repetitive movements (such as hand flapping or rocking), and showing extreme sensitivity to changes in routines. Do not be alarmed immediately when you see these signs, because not every delay or difference means autism. However, if you notice some, even if not all, of the following findings in your child, it is very important to consult a pediatric neurology and child psychiatry doctor without delay. Because studies show that the most important step in the treatment of this condition is early diagnosis and correct guidance. For this reason, it is very important for parents and caregivers to observe the child\u2019s behavior and compare it with the development of peers so that they can notice some problems early.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Is_Autism_Diagnosed\"><\/span>How Is Autism Diagnosed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There is no special blood test or imaging method to diagnose autism. Diagnosis is made entirely through the evaluation of the child\u2019s behaviors and developmental features by a specialist team. In this process, specialists from different disciplines such as pediatric neurologists, child psychiatrists, special education specialists, speech and language therapists, and occupational therapists may cooperate. By playing with your child, observing them, and having a detailed conversation with you, specialists evaluate your child\u2019s developmental history and current condition. As a result of this evaluation, it is determined whether your child is on the autism spectrum and, if so, what level of support they need. Remember that an accurate diagnosis is vital for planning the most appropriate education and support programs for your child.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Causes_of_Autism\"><\/span>What Are the Causes of Autism?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Autism spectrum disorder is a broad umbrella diagnosis. If we take the example of a sore throat, a sore throat may be caused by talking too much, a tonsil infection, or throat cancer. Determining the underlying cause is possible with detailed tests to be carried out in the pediatric neurology department. Many genetic neurological diseases may begin in the form of autism spectrum disorder. In 30% of children with autism spectrum disorder, there may be mild to severe abnormalities in the electrical functioning of the brain. Again, showing the cause with imaging methods (, brain) or with more detailed neurogenetic and metabolic tests is also important in terms of determining targeted treatments in addition to special education and preventing recurrence within the family.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<style>\n#section_459343183 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n  padding-bottom: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\n\t<section class=\"section dark\" id=\"section_389525793\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n\t<div id=\"gap-2015446001\" class=\"gap-element clearfix hide-for-medium\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-2015446001 {\n  padding-top: 10px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\r\n\r\n<div class=\"row align-middle\"  id=\"row-241718138\">\r\n\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-671086078\" class=\"col medium-12 small-12 large-8\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n\t<div id=\"text-4281544153\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\r\n\r\n<div><strong>Contact us for detailed information and to make an appointment about the subject!<\/strong><\/div>\r\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-4281544153 {\n  font-size: 1.15rem;\n  text-align: center;\n}\n@media (min-width:550px) {\n  #text-4281544153 {\n    font-size: 1.25rem;\n  }\n}\n@media (min-width:850px) {\n  #text-4281544153 {\n    font-size: 1.5rem;\n    text-align: left;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-671086078 > .col-inner {\n  padding: 20px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-2107371755\" class=\"col medium-4 small-12 large-4\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner text-center\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send\/?phone=905332953876&#038;text=Hello+Prof.+Dr.+%C4%B0lknur+Erol%2C+I+am+contacting+you+via+the+Homepage%2C+https%3A%2F%2Filknurerol.com%2F.&#038;type=phone_number&#038;app_absent=0\" class=\"button success is-shade is-small box-shadow-5\" style=\"border-radius:10px;padding:5px 20px 5px 20px;\">\n\t\t<span>Contact via WhatsApp<\/span>\n\t<i class=\"icon-whatsapp\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/a>\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-2107371755 > .col-inner {\n  padding: 20px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<style>\n#section_389525793 {\n  padding-top: 0px;\n  padding-bottom: 0px;\n  background-color: #8d10fa;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\r\n\t<div id=\"gap-787558977\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-787558977 {\n  padding-top: 20px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_1025653784\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-739834838\">\n\n\t<div id=\"col-449355553\" class=\"col small-12 large-12\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_There_a_Treatment_for_Autism\"><\/span>Is There a Treatment for Autism?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Since many genetic neurological diseases can begin in the form of autism spectrum disorder, identifying the cause makes it possible to start targeted treatments quickly in addition to special education. In the group where the cause cannot be identified, although there is no known definitive treatment, significant progress can be made in the development of children with autism through intensive and individualized education and therapy programs started at an early age. These programs aim to improve the child\u2019s communication skills, increase their ability to engage in social interaction, reduce repetitive behaviors, and help them acquire daily living skills. Just as a flower grows in the right soil and with the right care, children with autism can maximize their potential with early and proper support. The main therapy methods used include applied behavior analysis (ABA), speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, play therapy, and social skills training. In some cases, medication treatment may also be required for accompanying conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or anxiety. However, medication treatment is aimed not at the core symptoms of autism but at controlling these accompanying conditions.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Common_Is_Autism\"><\/span>How Common Is Autism?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Autism is being seen with an increasing frequency worldwide. Current studies show that approximately 1 in every 36 children has autism spectrum disorder. Among the reasons for this increase are changes in diagnostic criteria, increased awareness, and the development of better diagnostic methods. Autism can be seen in every child regardless of race, ethnicity, or socioeconomic level. It is seen approximately four times more frequently in boys than in girls.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Should_I_Do_If_I_Suspect_Autism_in_My_Child\"><\/span>What Should I Do If I Suspect Autism in My Child?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you notice differences in your child\u2019s development or behavior and suspect autism, the most important thing you should do is consult a specialist without delay. First, you can take your child to a pediatric neurology or child psychiatry specialist. Specialists will evaluate your child and, if necessary, refer you for a more comprehensive evaluation. Remember that early diagnosis and early intervention are the greatest opportunities for children with autism to realize their potential. Just like watering a seed early, support and education programs started at an early age will make a significant difference in your child\u2019s development. During this process, remember that you are not alone and that many families go through similar experiences. Specialists and support groups are ready to guide and support you on this journey.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_autism_affect_social_communication_and_interaction_in_children\"><\/span>How does autism affect social communication and interaction in children?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Autism in children leads to marked difficulties in social communication skills such as initiating reciprocal conversation, making eye contact, and understanding gestures and facial expressions, as well as challenges in social relationships.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"At_what_ages_do_signs_of_autism_begin_to_be_noticed_in_children\"><\/span>At what ages do signs of autism begin to be noticed in children?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Signs of autism are generally observed between ages 1-3; they may manifest through limited eye contact, not responding to one\u2019s name, repetitive behaviors, or speech delays.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_sensory_sensitivities_occur_in_children_with_autism\"><\/span>Why do sensory sensitivities occur in children with autism?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In children with autism, the brain may process sensory information differently; therefore, hypersensitivity or hyposensitivity may develop toward stimuli such as sound, touch, light, or taste.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_is_autism_related_to_genetic_factors_in_children\"><\/span>How is autism related to genetic factors in children?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Genetic predisposition plays an important role in the development of autism; changes in some genes and a family history of autism may increase the risk.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_additional_health_problems_can_be_seen_together_with_autism_in_children\"><\/span>What additional health problems can be seen together with autism in children?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Additional health problems such as epilepsy, attention deficit, anxiety disorders, and gastrointestinal problems may be seen more frequently in children with autism and require special follow-up.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_are_speech_and_language_development_supported_in_children_with_autism\"><\/span>How are speech and language development supported in children with autism?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Speech and language skills in children with autism can be improved through speech therapy, individualized education programs, and alternative communication methods.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_evaluation_methods_are_used_for_the_diagnosis_of_autism_in_children\"><\/span>Which evaluation methods are used for the diagnosis of autism in children?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Observation, developmental screening tests, and neuropsychological evaluations are used in the diagnosis of autism; the definitive diagnosis is made by a multidisciplinary team.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_early_intervention_important_in_children_with_autism\"><\/span>Why is early intervention important in children with autism?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Early intervention accelerates the development of social and communication skills, reduces behavioral problems, and may increase the child\u2019s independence in the long term.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_behavioral_therapies_are_applied_for_autism_in_children\"><\/span>What behavioral therapies are applied for autism in children?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Behavioral development in children with autism is supported through methods such as applied behavior analysis (ABA), sensory integration therapy, and social skills training.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_role_of_families_in_the_education_of_children_with_autism\"><\/span>What is the role of families in the education of children with autism?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Families\u2019 patient and understanding approach, structuring daily routines at home, and active participation in the educational process positively affect the child\u2019s development.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Department_or_Doctor_Should_Be_Consulted_for_Autism_in_Children\"><\/span>Which Department or Doctor Should Be Consulted for Autism in Children?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Autism spectrum disorder is characterized by difficulties in social communication, repetitive behaviors, and restricted interests. 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