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Autism and pervasive developmental disorders

J E Mauk1

  • 1Department of Pediatrics, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Pediatric Clinics of North America
|June 1, 1993
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Autism and pervasive developmental disorders are complex neurological conditions. Early pediatrician recognition is crucial for managing these rare but impactful developmental disabilities, despite guarded prognoses.

Area of Science:

  • Developmental Neuroscience
  • Pediatric Neurology
  • Clinical Psychology

Background:

  • Autism and pervasive developmental disorder, not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS) are complex developmental disabilities.
  • Clinical signs include language delay, social unrelatedness, and restricted interests.
  • These disorders are increasingly understood as neurologically-based with multiple etiologies, moving away from the 'emotional disturbance' concept.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the imperative for early recognition of PDD-NOS by pediatricians.
  • To underscore the significance of understanding the neurological basis of these developmental disorders.
  • To provide an overview of the current state of treatment and prognosis.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current understanding of autism and PDD-NOS.

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  • Emphasis on clinical presentation and diagnostic considerations.
  • Discussion of advancements in treatment modalities.

    • Main Results:

    • Early recognition by pediatricians is critical due to the potentially devastating effects of these rare disorders.
    • Neurologically-based understanding is replacing older theories.
    • Despite treatment advances, prognosis remains guarded.

    Conclusions:

    • Early identification of autism and PDD-NOS is essential for intervention.
    • Continued research into neurological underpinnings is vital.
    • A multidisciplinary approach to treatment offers the best hope, though challenges remain.