I think my child might be autistic. What do I do now?
A simple, step-by-step guide for parents in Malaysia. Written from 10 years of working directly with children and families here.
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This guide shares information and personal experience only. It is not medical advice. Only a licensed doctor or clinical psychologist can diagnose autism. Please see a qualified professional for your child.
If you are worried right now
You are not alone. Many parents feel this way.
You can see something is different, but you are not sure what it means.
You don't know where to go. Hospital? Clinic? Therapist?
You searched online and now feel more lost than before.
You worry about long waiting lists, costs, and whether it is too late to help.
This guide tells you exactly where to go and what to say, using the Malaysian health system.
What is inside
7 things this guide covers
The Complete Malaysian Parent Guide
01Signs to watch for, based on the international standard used by doctors (DSM-5-TR)
02Where to go first. Klinik Kesihatan. No appointment needed. Free.
03Which government hospitals can assess your child, and how long the wait usually is
04How to start Speech Therapy now, before you have a diagnosis
05How to check if a therapist is qualified, and what to watch out for
06Simple sentences you can say at every appointment
07A checklist you can print and bring to every visit
CJ Lim
MA Special and Inclusive Education University of Nottingham Malaysia Hanen trained · 10 years working with children and families in Malaysia
"I wrote this because families were losing months. Not because they didn't care, but because nobody told them what to do first. Everything in this guide comes from what I have seen and learned working directly with families here."
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