Autism and Related Health Issues

It is important to note that there are often co-occurring medical and psychiatric conditions associated with Autism, such as:

• Autoimmune Dysfunction
• Gastrointestinal problems
• Epilepsy
• Sleep Disorders
• Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD/ADHD)
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• Schizophrenia
• Bipolar Disorder
• Sensory issues
• Mood Disorders
• Learning disabilities
• Poor coordination
• Gender confusion

One reason it is important to be aware of co-occurring medical and psychiatric conditions is that many conditions have treatment avenues that may be helpful to your overall quality of life. Routine screenings should be part of an annual physical exam.