Children with autism spectrum disorder grow up to become adults like any other children. Along the way, they face challenges that the adolescent years bring, both physically and psychologically. Consultant developmental paediatrician Dr Rajini Sarvananthan, as well as Learning and Behaviour Consultant Intan Miranti share what parents can expect during these potentially turbulent, but meaningful years with their children.

Produced by: Tee Shiao Eek, Liew Jing Ru

Presented by: Meera Sivasothy

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Tags:  autism,  spectrum,  special needs,  non typically developing,  teenagers,  The Bigger Picture,  Health and Living,  wad2019,  Healthcare, Pharma, Biotech,  Health,  Parenting, Family, Relationships