Table 3.
Common concerns identified by caregiver in child with autism (Based on parents own description/words).
| Concerns | Frequency | % |
|---|---|---|
| Speech problems or not talking | 29 | 100 |
| Very dependent and inability to use toilet | 7 | 25.0 |
| Difficult/Abnormal behavior | 12 | 42.9 |
| Hyperactivity | 5 | 17.9 |
| Attention problems | 10 | 35.7 |
| Academic problems | 7 | 25.0 |
| Not socializing | 6 | 21.4 |
| Comorbidities present | 4 | 13.4 |