Table 2. From symptom of first concern to initiation of intervention.
| Category | n | % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Symptom of first concern | Language delay | 15 | 39.47 |
| Poor eye contact | 09 | 23.68 | |
| Not responding to being called | 03 | 7.89 | |
| Abnormal movements/behavior | 03 | 7.89 | |
| Stopped speaking | 02 | 5.26 | |
| Lack of age appropriate play | 02 | 5.26 | |
| Others | 04 | 10.52 | |
| Diagnosis made by | Psychiatrist | 24 | 63.16 |
| Pediatrician | 08 | 21.05 | |
| Neurologist | 02 | 5.26 | |
| Clinical psychologist | 02 | 5.26 | |
| Paraprofessional (speech/occupational therapist) | 02 | 5.26 | |
| Types of interventions | Speech therapy | 26 | 68.42 |
| Medicines | 23 | 60.53 | |
| Sensory integration | 17 | 44.74 | |
| Occupational therapy | 17 | 44.74 | |
| Diet restriction | 11 | 28.95 | |
| Physiotherapy | 09 | 23.68 | |
| Behavior therapy | 05 | 13.16 | |
| Music therapy | 05 | 13.16 | |
| Yoga | 02 | 05.26 |