If a patient had the following charcteristics: Keeps eye contact Doesn t flap arms Understands what you tell him Laughs and smiles - when appropriate Understands logical concepts-to a 4 year olds ability Can t speak-knows less then 15 words **uncle has apraxica DOES THIS PATIENT HAVE AUTISM?
Hi, I would not label such a kid as autistic, but I would definitely recommend certain developmental scoring systems in such a kid for further evaluation, please. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Chat Doctor.