Search results
Mar 10, 2021 · Viral infection during critical periods of early in utero neurodevelopment may lead to increased risk of autism in the offspring. This review is aimed at highlighting the association between viral infections, including viruses similar to COVID-19, and the aetiology of autism.
- Ahmad Naqib Shuid, Putri Ayu Jayusman, Nazrun Shuid, Juriza Ismail, Norazlin Kamal Nor, Isa Naina Mo...
- 2021
- Developmental Monitoring
- Developmental Screening
- Developmental Diagnosis
Developmental monitoring is an active, ongoing process of watching a child grow and encouraging conversations between parents and providers about a child’s skills and abilities. Developmental monitoring involves observing how your child grows and whether your child meets the typical developmental milestones, or skills that most children reach by a ...
Developmental screening takes a closer look at how your child is developing. Developmental screening is more formal than developmental monitoring. It is a regular part of some well-child visits even if there is not a known concern. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends developmental and behavioral screening for all children during reg...
A brief test using a screening tool does not provide a diagnosis, but it can indicate whether a child is on the right development track or if a specialist should take a closer look. If the screening tool identifies an area of concern, a formal developmental evaluation may be needed. This formal evaluation is a more in-depth look at a child’s develo...
6 days ago · Awareness of autism behaviors. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the latest research from 2023 shows that 1 in 36 children was diagnosed with autism. This is an increase from 1 in 44 children just two years ago. Children tend to become more aware of their diagnosis around puberty.
Nov 2, 2022 · To meet diagnostic criteria for ASD according to DSM-5, a child must have persistent deficits in each of three areas of social communication and interaction (see A.1. through A.3. below) plus at least two of four types of restricted, repetitive behaviors (see B.1. through B.4. below).
May 11, 2022 · Topics: dengue fever, vaccines. Dengue is the disease caused by 4 closely related but distinct viruses, dengue virus 1–4 (DENV-1–4), referred to as virus types or serotypes. DENVs are most commonly transmitted by the bite of an infected female Aedes spp. mosquito.
Jun 13, 2019 · Dengue diagnostic testing (molecular and serologic) is available from several commercial reference diagnostic laboratories, state and local public health laboratories, and CDC. Consultation on dengue diagnostic testing can be obtained from CDC at 787-706-2399.
Jan 6, 2018 · Is there a way to confirm the diagnosis? If my child does have autism spectrum disorder, is there a way to tell how severe it is? What changes can I expect to see in my child over time? What kind of special therapies or care do children with autism spectrum disorder need? How much and what kinds of regular medical care will my child need?
