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Article Series: Autism
Autism Causes, Signs & Treatments
Signs
Of Autism - What Are They?
In discussing the possible signs of autism
it is good to remember that, as it is with many medical conditions,
it is necessary to try and get the whole picture before arriving
at a conclusion. So often a single sign may simply be the result
of a completely different issue altogether.
As mentioned previously, autism is a disorder that normally
manifests itself when a child has extreme difficulty
in interacting and communicating with others in a manner that
we have come
to consider as 'normal' behavior. This is usually accompanied
by a pattern of repetitive stereotypic activities. This is
motor behavior that seems driven and doesn't seem to serve
any particular purpose. It may even be a cause for self-injury.
If a child is having difficulty in these areas a parent may
wish to give attention to other aspects of their child's growth
and development. Most certainly, anyone who is involved with
children may spot some of these signs and be able to voice
their concerns. An early diagnosis can be so important in helping
a child with autism to learn to cope with their disorder and
in finding the best possible route for them to achieve their
potential in life.
Some of these conditions may seem to overlap but need to be
assessed together. They include such things as language skills
being slow to develop and there being an inability to express
their needs or desires. In turn they may appear to not 'hear'
you and may not even seem to respond to their own name. There
is a lack of interest in what is happening around them as if
they are absorbed in a completely different world of their
own. They may prefer to walk on their toes or exhibit other
odd awkward movements that are more than just an occasional
occurrence.
Other vivid
indicators seem to tend toward hyperactive, resistant
and uncooperative behavior that is not easily controlled by
a parent's interest and admonishment. Their inability to socially
interact could include not making eye contact and preferably
trying to keep by themselves. Not even being slightly interested
in what other children may be doing near by. There may also
seem to be the need for them to compulsively line or arrange
things in a particular order.
On the other side of the developmental coin - many autistic
children show skills that appear to be more advanced than other
children of their age. In fact, some autistic children can
shine at a skill few adults could master.
Keep in mind that every child, whether 'normal' or with challenges,
is unique. They will develop at different rates and if some
of these signs are evident it is not necessarily a diagnosis
of autism. But all of these conditions warrant some concern
and care. And because children vary it may be that a diagnosis
of autism takes some time. It is good to know that the growing
awareness of this disorder can speed things up however, and
a parent or doctor that is interested and aware can pick up
some indicators while the child is only a year old.
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by SolveYourProblem.com
: 2008
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