[Chronobiological aspect of children autism diagnostics]

The author reviews the history and classification of autistic disorders and describes in details (by months and year periods) clinical symptoms of early children autism from the birth to 6-8 years of age in 41 children. Follow up data on the patient's state at the age 8-14 years, with account for the effects of treatment and correction, are presented as well. The results are discussed in the aspect of critical periods and phases of early ontogenesis, their deviations and pathology.