If a child shows symptoms and signs of autism, the symptoms will be apparent before the child is three years old. The symptoms will manifest in three different ways: First, the child will have difficulty communicating and relating to others. Second, the child will have difficulty learning to speak and carry on conversations. Third, the child will have many withdrawn or repetitive behaviors. If a parent notices mild signs of autism, he should take his child to a doctor as soon as possible for evaluation. The earlier autism is diagnosed and treated, the better life will be for the affected child and her family.
First, let’s talk about the social signs and symptoms of autism. An autistic child will make little eye contact with others. Even if they make eye contact, they won’t keep it for long. If spoken to directly, a child showing signs and symptoms of autism will generally not look, even if called by her name. They may not seem to be paying attention to the person speaking, or they may not seem to notice that person is present.
Children who show mild signs of autism often seem to be in their own world. They often miss body language. Children who show symptoms and signs of autism have trouble understanding different emotions. They have no sense of other people’s feelings. Children who show mild signs of autism will turn inward. They do not like to be touched, hugged or held. This is because they are very sensitive to people or things that touch them.
Next, let’s talk about the symptoms and signs of autism related to speech and language. Children who show mild symptoms of autism lag far behind their peers in acquiring speaking skills. If children don’t babble by 12 months or say two- or three-word sentences by age two, they may be showing symptoms and signs of autism. Another common symptom of autism occurs when children forget words or phrases that they could say before.
Another symptom appears in the child’s tone of voice. Children who show symptoms and signs of autism often talk like a robot, saying everything in the same tone of voice. Other times, they may sound as if they are singing everything they say instead of actually saying it. Children who show signs of mild autism have a lot of trouble starting a conversation. Even if they can start one, they won’t be able to maintain it.
Another mild symptom of autism is repeating certain words over and over again. These words can be completely insignificant. The child often doesn’t even know what these words or phrases mean or understand how to use them in a sentence. Finally, let’s describe the symptoms and signs of autism that are related to repetitive or tense behaviors. One of the most common symptoms is called “fluttering.” This is when a child waves their hand or an object back and forth very quickly in front of their face.
Autistic children can fall in love with ordinary objects, especially if they spin, move quickly, or have bright colors. Autistic children also tend to rock back and forth a lot, especially when they get anxious or experience emotions they don’t understand. They form specific routines from which they do not deviate. When routines are interrupted for any reason, the child becomes very nervous. Children who show signs and symptoms of autism can be very bothered by bright lights, sounds like the vacuum cleaner, and things that touch their skin. They have a very high tolerance for bread.
