The Signs of Autism
The age and intensity of an autism diagnosis can vary a lot. Some infants show signs in the first few months, while others show signs around ages 2-3. Not all children with autism show all the signs. In contrast, neurotypical kids may also show some signs associated with autism. Because of this, it's critical to have a professional assess the child. These symptoms below may indicate that your child is on the spectrum for autism.
If your child exhibits any of the following symptoms, please ask your pediatrician or family doctor for an evaluation right away:
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Limited smiling/eye contact/joyful and engaging expressions
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Little to no smiling, sharing expressions, or happy expressions
Little to no attempts to talk/babbling
Little to no hand gestures with others
Little to no reaction to their name being said
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Little to no attempts to talk/babbling
Little to no hand gestures with others, such as waving and pointing
Little to no reaction to their name being said
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Few to no spoken words
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Having trouble understanding others' feelings
Stalled development of language
Repeating certain words repeatedly (echolalia)
A restriction of interests
Repetitious actions and behaviors (like rocking and flapping)
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