A child with autism was twice denied the rights he should have had

Despite the autism diagnosis established at the KCCG, the disability allowance awarding committee denied five-year-old Pavle Sokolov that right.

His father, Žarko Sokolov, says the family was taken aback by the decision of the commission, which, he says, does not include an autism expert. After the rejection, they filed an appeal in court, believing that Pavle meets all legal requirements.

An additional problem is that Pavlo's mother was not given the option of working part-time, even though doctors emphasize that the first years are crucial for his development.

Parents warn that the state, despite promises from politicians, does not provide real support to families of children with autism, while they themselves bear the costs of necessary therapies.

Even after numerous appeals, the ministry did not find it appropriate to answer either the questions of the Sokolov family or those of Television Vijesti.