Breaking Down Autism Diagnosis for Parents - Does my child have autism?

We discuss Autism Spectrum Disorder with a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, Dr Julia Jackson, MD.  We highlight the diagnostic criteria of Autism and ways that it can present.

EPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MD

Special Guest - Julia Jackson, MD

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00:00 Introducing Dr. Julia Jackson

02:41 The Physician as a Parent

03:54 Defining the Autism Spectrum

04:53 Core Criteria Social Communication Delays

07:05 Restricted and Repetitive Behaviors

10:52 Identifying High Functioning Autism

15:59 Subtle Red Flags and Pattern Recognition

18:25 When Should Parents Seek Help

19:24 Summary and Closing Thoughts