Patient's question:
My son has never been sociable since he was young. He never plays with other children and says that playing with kids is not as good as playing by himself. No matter how we try to guide him, it doesn't work. Our family suspects he might have autism, and we want to have him tested. What are the methods for testing for autism?Doctor's answer:
The testing for childhood autism is primarily focused on abnormal brain development. First and foremost, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and electroencephalogram (EEG) tests are conducted on the child's brain to assess the development of brain tissue, rule out congenital defects or neurodevelopmental abnormalities. Subsequently, corresponding objective and scientific tests are performed, followed by a comprehensive evaluation of the child's specific condition. Autism in children is quite common, so parents must pay close attention to their child's emotional well-being.