Other autistic children may simply fall behind because they are unable to understand or articulate words, or consider that there may be better things to do, like painting in a corner somewhere or screaming into the ear of a fellow classmate. read more
The children who leave autism behind Autism is usually thought to be a lifelong condition, but a small number of children lose the core symptoms and shed the diagnosis. Some researchers are beginning to explore how common this may be, and why some children outgrow autism. read more
However, if you notice your child is struggling before they do, then you should arrange an appointment to speak to your child’s teacher (in primary school) or subject teacher (in secondary). When you do speak to the teacher, ask them about the areas in which your child is falling behind. read more