Autism spectrum disorder - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Jan 6, 2018 · Autism spectrum disorder begins in early childhood and eventually causes problems functioning in society — socially, in school and at work, for example. Often children show symptoms of autism within the first year.
Autism spectrum disorder - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
Jan 6, 2018 · No cure exists for autism spectrum disorder, and there is no one-size-fits-all treatment. The goal of treatment is to maximize your child's ability to function by reducing autism spectrum disorder symptoms and supporting development and learning.
Early signs of autism - Mayo Clinic Press
Dec 22, 2021 · Learn to recognize the early signs of autism in children, from social withdrawal to loss of language skills, to ensure timely support and intervention.
Autism spectrum disorder and digestive symptoms - Mayo Clinic
May 21, 2019 · Yes, children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) tend to have more medical issues, including gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms such as abdominal pain, constipation and diarrhea, compared with their peers.
Understanding autism: The path to diagnosis, awareness and …
Apr 28, 2024 · Autism affects children and adults in three areas: communication, social interaction and behaviors. Children with autism spectrum disorder may struggle with recognizing their emotions and may feel them more intensely.
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children
Jun 25, 2019 · The primary features of ADHD include inattention and hyperactive-impulsive behavior. ADHD symptoms start before age 12, and in some children, they're noticeable as early as 3 years of age. ADHD symptoms can be mild, moderate or …
Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) - Symptoms and causes
Jan 4, 2023 · Even the best-behaved children can be difficult and challenging at times. But oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) includes a frequent and ongoing pattern of anger, irritability, arguing and defiance toward parents and other authority figures.
Type 1 diabetes in children - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Type 1 diabetes in children is a condition in which your child's body no longer produces an important hormone (insulin). Your child needs insulin to survive, so the missing insulin needs to be replaced with injections or with an insulin pump.
Acetaminophen and children: Why dose matters - Mayo Clinic
Mar 16, 2024 · Acetaminophen and children: Why dose matters. An acetaminophen overdose is serious — and it can happen more easily than you might think. Here's how to protect your child. By Mayo Clinic Staff. Acetaminophen (Tylenol, others) has long been used to lower fever and ease pain in children.
Mayo Clinic Children's Center
For us in the Children's Center, it's the needs of the child and the family that we put first. It's a children's hospital, built within the world's best hospital, that allows us to provide expertise throughout the continuum of care and make for seamless transitions.