
OUTLINE
Introduction
Epidemiology
Aetiology
Diagnosis
Differential diagnosis
Comorbidities
Management
Conclusion
INTRODUCTION
Autism spectrum disorder was first describe by Leo Kanner in 1943
Autism spectrum disorders are a group of neurodevelopmental syndrome characterize by impairment in 3 domains
Social communication (verbal and non verbal)
Restricted, repetitive behavior
Reciprocal social interaction
Conditions included under the spectrum-
Childhood autism
Rett’s syndrome
Other childhood disintegrative disorder
Asperger’s syndrome
Pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified