Three-year-old Jared was taken to the doctor by his parents who were concerned by his seeming lack of attachment to those around him. Jared hardly spoke a word to his parents and would not respond when his parents called out to him. His parents arranged play dates with other children his age so that Jared could mingle with other kids and play with them. However, Jared would instead go to a corner and spend all day preoccupied with bouncing his ball. After a thorough investigation, his pediatrician diagnosed him with

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The symptoms described (lack of attachment, lack of response to name, preoccupation with certain activities) are consistent with the diagnostic criteria for autistic disorder. Fragile X syndrome may present with developmental delays and autism-like symptoms, but there is not enough information to suggest this as a likely diagnosis. ADHD may present with impulsivity and hyperactivity, but not necessarily a lack of attachment or preoccupation with specific activities. ICF syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that is unlikely to be the correct diagnosis based on the information given.

Three-Year-Old Jared Was Taken to the Doctor by His Parents