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Autism: Searching for Answers

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Inside a Developmental Assessment

In his evaluation of a boy with Asberger's Syndrome – a high functioning form of autism -- WebMD's Dr. Steven Parker, a developmental pediatrician, looks for the following clues as he interacts with the child:

  • Eye contact
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Persistence
  • Emotional state throughout the evaluation

Reviewed by Brunilda Nazario,MD March 2008.
SOURCE: Steven Parker, MD.

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