10 Autism Symptoms
Article Sources
- 1. 'Autism Spectrum Disorder.' MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine, 4 May 2021, medlineplus.gov/autismspectrumdisorder.html
- 2. 'Autism Spectrum Disorder.' National Institute of Mental Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/autism-spectrum-disorders-asd/
Delayed Language Skills
A common autism spectrum disorder sign is delayed language skills. Autism develops early, with parents and caregivers seeing symptoms around age one or younger, and the challenges with social interactions might limit language development.
Additionally, some kids on the spectrum don't speak. However, through early intervention, these children may start to speak or improve with communication. In fact, children with ASD can learn to communicate as well as anyone without the disorder.
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