What are some of the common signs of Autism?
~ This entry was posted on June 23, 2009
Scientists aren’t certain what causes autism, but it’s likely that both genetics and environment play a role. Many parents ask how they will know if their child is autistic. More often than not, parents may suspect that something is “off” about their child but ignore the warning signs out of fear or denial. Better safe than sorry is the best philosophy if you have any concerns. Early intervention is crucial when it comes to treating autism so don’t feel ashamed to ask your pediatrician for a second opinion. Sometimes a speech delay is just a speech delay but if your toddler is displaying one or more of these early warning signs it is important to seek help as soon as possible:
• Impaired social interaction
• Problems with verbal and non-verbal communication
• Failure to respond to name
• Avoidance of eye contact with other people
• Repetitive movements such as rocking or twirling
• Self-abusive behavior such as biting or head-banging
Here is another great video about how to recognize the early signs of Autism:
