most helpful answer the signs should be quite obvious however there are some subtle forms of autism that may be more difficult to check. typically a child with autism should be diagnosed in his/her second year of life. there is a questionaire called the mchat that can be given to the parents to complete that will give the medical provider some helpful information in making the diagnosis.
when a child goes for check ups or shots for school would the doctor be able to pick up on signs of autism? . how apparent would the signs of autism be to a pediatric doctor?