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Is It Healthy For An Autistic Child To Be In A Car For 18+ Hours Within A Span Of Two Days?

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Posted on Mon, 3 Jun 2024
Question: Is it healthy for an autistic child to be in a car for 18+ hours within a span of two days? What possible conditions does that cause?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Soujanya (34 hours later)
Brief Answer:
It's not advisable

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I have gone through your query and understand your concern regarding autistic child....

As due to unchanged and persistent environmental conditions for long hours may have impact on their mood changes which may depress the child but mainly depends on the severity of autism symptoms in the child...

It is advisable to consult child psychiatrist if the child shows any behavior changes..

Hope this information would help you.
Thank you.
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Is It Healthy For An Autistic Child To Be In A Car For 18+ Hours Within A Span Of Two Days?

Brief Answer: It's not advisable Detailed Answer: Hi, I have gone through your query and understand your concern regarding autistic child.... As due to unchanged and persistent environmental conditions for long hours may have impact on their mood changes which may depress the child but mainly depends on the severity of autism symptoms in the child... It is advisable to consult child psychiatrist if the child shows any behavior changes.. Hope this information would help you. Thank you.