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ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorders) is described as a grouping of serious development problems that is caused by some sort of distress in a young child’s brain. ASD usually shows itself before age three and continues manifesting for the rest of the person’s life. Recognizing and treating the disorder early will effect how severe the disorder can be. All of the forms of Autism hinder the ability to communicate and interact with others. The causes of ASD is still unknown, as is the prevention and cure for autism. Treating Autism early on will make a huge difference.

Symptoms and signs of Autism reveal themselves in important developmental areas. Autistic children might have social interaction problems, as well as language and behavioral problems. These children may also have learning disabilities, or difficulty in paying attention or reacting to things. Behaviors may also be repetitious. Autism signs are usually seen in childhood and infancy.

Common signs of Autism: Social skills-little or no response when calling his or her name, avoid eye contact, appears not to hear you at times, resists cuddling and holding- might only cuddle when they want to, appears unaware of others’ feelings, wants to be alone- be in their “own world”, having trouble expressing their own feelings.

Signs in the area of language include: Not talking as early as other children, reverting in speech development, not making eye contact when asking for something, may speak in an odd tone or cadence, inability to initiate conversations (or to maintain conversation), repeating a word or phrase exactly but not comprehend the usage of it, difficulty in describing their needs.

Behavior: repeat actions over and over again, such as rocking, spinning or hand-flapping, develops specific routines or rituals, becomes disturbed at the slightest change in routines or rituals, moves constantly. They also may be fascinated by parts of an object, such as the spinning wheels of a toy car, may be unusually sensitive to light, sound and touch and yet oblivious to pain, not pointing at objects of interest (point at an airplane flying over).

Contact your doctor when your child experiences a loss of skills at any age. Ask for a referral to see a developmental-pediatrician. Acting early can make a real difference.

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