Health Matters - How do I know if my child has autism?

A second edition of the clinical practice guidelines on autism spectrum disorder in children and adolescents was launched on 29 July. It is expected that the number of children and adults identified to be on the autism spectrum will continue to grow. How can parents ensure they pick up the signs early? Daniel Martin finds out from Dr Aishworiya Ramkumar, Consultant, Division of Developmental and Behavioural Paediatrics, Department of Paediatrics, Khoo Teck Puat – National University Children's Medical Institute, National University Hospital.