LOUISVILLE, Ky. — With the school year underway, child behavioral experts are alerting parents and caregivers of signs to look out for in spotting autism, especially in pre-K and kindergarten students.

With many children coming into the classroom for the first time, Hopebridge Autism Therapy Centers Clinical Director Kellina Merris said early intervention is crucial to support your child.

“When we’re very, very young and our brains are really malleable it’s a lot better to seek out treatment because the treatment effects are much stronger and a large body of research supports early intervention being the best way to help your child,” Merris said.

Research published in the International Review of Psychiatry showed early intervention helps parents and caregivers implement strategies and

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