What is “pervasive developmental disorder”?
Pervasive developmental disorder includes several disabilities. Another name that is sometimes used is autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The disorders in this category include: ·Autism ·Pervasive developmental disorder, not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS) ·Asperger’s disorder ·Rett syndrome ·Childhood degenerative disorder (CDD) What symptoms could my child have? Your child may have several of these symptoms. The most common problems are social difficulties. Problems may range from mild to severe: ·Problems with interacting with others ·Problems speaking ·Problems understanding what others say ·The need to adhere to rigid routines ·Poor social and play skills ·Repeating the same behavior over and over What is the treatment for ASD? Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta offers therapy services provided by qualified clinicians that can help your child in many ways. Although there is no cure for ASD, therapy can help your child learn to control many of the symptoms. Your child’s doctor will talk w
