Early Signs of Autism
Think your child is different but not sure if the queues and unexpected behavior are symptoms of autism? We've put together a list of the most common signs that are attributed to autism.
difficulty
Making Friends & Starting Conversations
repetitive
Phrases & Movements, Flapping their Hands & Rocking
obsessive
Interests in a Limited Number of Items
compulsive
Fixated on Specific Topics or Objects
rigidity
with Change, Unable to Adapt to New Situations
insistence
on Sameness of Routine
poor
Eye Contact, Tone of Voice, & Gestures
sensitivity
to Sound, Texture, & Light
Slowed
Learning
Delayed
Speech
unaware
of Others' Emotions
Lack
of Focus
Still Unsure if Your Child is Autistic?
Not all children with autism will show all of these signs. Some children may have other signs not mentioned here. A comprehensive evaluation by a qualified professional such as a developmental pediatrician, psychologist, or neurologist is needed to diagnose autism