8 Sign Of Autism
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8 Signs of Autism
Autism is a rapidly growing developmental disorder in the United States, currently diagnosed in approximately 1 in 150 individuals. While there's no single defining sign, there are several "red flags" that warrant a discussion with your pediatrician. Here are some key indicators:
1. Lack of Smile or Eye Contact by Six Months: If your child hasn’t smiled or shown eye contact by six months, this could be an early sign of autism.
2. Limited Facial Expressions by Nine Months: By nine months, your child should be sharing sounds, smiles, or other facial expressions. If not, consult your pediatrician.
3. Absence of Gestures by Twelve Months: At twelve months, children should be pointing, showing, reaching, or waving.
4. Few Words by Sixteen Months: By sixteen months, your child should be speaking at least a few words.
5. Lack of Two-Word Phrases by Age Two: By age two, children typically use two-word phrases independently (without mimicking).
6. Loss of Speech or Social Skills: Any loss of speech, babbling, or social skills at any age is a potential indicator of autism.
7. Unusual Speech Patterns: If your child speaks with unusual pitch, intonation, rhythm, or voice, this may be a sign.
8. Repetitive Movements: Repeated movements with objects or parts of the body can also be a red flag.
While it’s important not to be overly worried about specific behaviors, early diagnosis of autism can lead to early treatment and better outcomes.
Researchers are increasingly identifying signs of autism at younger ages. According to Stone, director of Vanderbilt's Treatment and Research Institute for Autism Spectrum Disorders, parents often notice concerns around 17 months, although diagnoses typically occur at age three. This gap can be challenging for parents.
Dr. Stanley I. Greenspan, a child psychiatrist, notes that parents often sense problems by 14 or 15 months but are sometimes advised to wait and see. He emphasizes that for core issues?"such as lack of social interaction?"immediate intervention is critical.
Observing just one sign may not be cause for alarm, but if you notice two or more, it’s advisable to consult a doctor. For more guidance, visit [signsofautism.com](http://www.signsofautism.com).
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