Is early intervention prior to diagnosis helpful for children with autism?

We're often told that early intervention is key when managing life threatening health conditions or developmental problems in children.

This is absolutely true for some cancers ... but what about babies with autism spectrum disorder?

An Australian study identified babies who seemed to be showing signs of autism. Half received an intervention designed to increase the skills and knowledge of parents in communicating with their baby.

                                                                                                Source: www.consciencestream.com

And the results were mixed.

Parents found the intervention very helpful and they felt that the child's language/communication was increased.

Listen on the ABC Health Report