This article discusses the clinical manifestation of a 21-year old adult in India who was diagnosed with autism to identify the symptoms that persists into adulthood and review the outcome. Severe abnormalities in the area of social interaction, fewer interests, stereotyped behaviours, and the need for constant supervision in activities of daily living characterize adulthood of severe cases of autism with delayed language acquisition and poor cognitive abilities. This article lends information to the conversation of ‘How can occupational therapists help adults with ASD’?
This blog offers articles on occupational therapy practice in India, professional issues affecting occupational therapy in India, and other useful resources for occupational therapy practitioners in India.
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