Autism is a common mental retardation condition in young children. If not detected early and treated promptly, children may not overcome autism and may even develop more severely, leaving many burdens for the family and society.

Many children with autism spectrum disorder show signs of developmental differences as infants, especially in social and language skills. In addition to language delays and behavioral differences, parents may notice differences in the way their autistic child interacts with peers. So what are the signs of autism in children over 12 months of age or younger?

Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by two main impairments in communication, social interaction and restricted, repetitive behaviors and interests. According to statistics from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2009 the rate of autistic children was 1/110. Early diagnosis of autistic children will help increase the effectiveness of intervention. Therefore, early detection of signs of autism plays an important role in diagnosing and providing timely intervention plans for children.

Autism is a group of complex disorders in the development of the brain. Children with autism often repeat certain movements, lack adaptation and enjoyment, do not know how to play, are rigid... Therefore, observing the behavior of autistic children is very important to have timely treatment measures.

The M-CHAT checklist is a tool that helps parents self-assess whether their child has autism spectrum disorder or not. From there, autism can be screened and children can receive early treatment.