When Aidan was 2½ years old, his parents became concerned about his frequent repetitive behaviors, his unusual use of language, and his lack of social reciprocity, including having no interest in interacting with them. Based on your knowledge of development, you explain that .

When Aidan was 2½ years old, his parents became concerned about his frequent repetitive behaviors, his unusual use of language, and his lack of social reciprocity, including having no interest in interacting with them. Based on your knowledge of development, you explain that  Aidan may need to be evaluated for Autism Spectrum Disorder

Explanation:

As Aiden is 2 1/2 years old, 2 1/2 years of age is  basically a time in development of the child during which some of the symptoms of autism spectrum disorder start to be noticed and observed due to some deviation resulting from developmental norms.

Aurism spectrum diorders are life-long neurodevelopmental disabilities with onset before 36 months characterized by impairments in social interactions, verbal and non-verbal communication skills, stereotyped behaviour, activities and interests.

Hence, We explain that  Aidan may need to be evaluated for Autism Spectrum Disorder

Aidan may need to be evaluated for AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER.

Explanation: Autism spectrum disorder is a developmental disorder that affects the way a child communicates and behaves with others.It can start from any stage but mostly from the first 2years of a child's life.

It is characterised by repetitive behavior and a child's inability to function properly in school,home and among his peers.

A child with autism spectrum disorder can't communicate effectively with people and peers,has this attitude of low exteem and can't maintain eye contact with someone when the child is communicating.

Causes of autism spectrum disorder includes certain genetic condition like down syndrome,having older parents, genetics and heredity play a crucial role too, having a sibling with autism spectrum disorder and low birth weight.

Treatment is with administration of medications to relieve symptoms and therapies like behavioral, psychological and educational therapy by a psychiatrist, psychologist or any qualified mental health professional.