Mahmoud is 9 years old. By the age of 2, the child did not make eye contact, did not play with peers, and covered his ears when exposed to loud noises. After numerous examinations, he was diagnosed with atypical autism with intellectual disability.
Currently, Mahmoud has partial understanding of spoken language and can produce individual words and simple sentences. However, he often displays aggressive behavior towards others when his desires are denied or when he is confronted with demands (such as pushing or grabbing others by the hair, throwing objects, and shouting loudly). During walks, he runs away from his parents and exhibits stereotypical behaviors (such as waving his arms and spinning in place), as well as sudden mood swings. He also has difficulty sleeping (taking a long time to fall asleep and having short sleeps) and is selective in his eating habits.
Mahmud requires comprehensive rehabilitation that includes sessions with specialized professionals and a course of hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
