Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Symptoms
The symptoms of Autism start within the first three years of life near infancy. At infancy it can be hard to notice the symptoms but there are many of them that can be very easily noticed. They usually have an obsession. Something they really love. Like a blanket, or stuffed animal, or favorite toy. They also usually like to have a routine, So they do the same thing everyday and if it gets interuppted it could lead to a temper tantrum. ( I have a post on that. ) They have problems communicating depending on how severe their autism is. They may not even speak at all until they grow older. They also have some trouble socializing.Like making friends, they usually like to be alone. They may not make eye contact with you or realize how your feeling. They have problems reading emotions. Post us any questions! THANKS!
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Thank you.
ReplyDeleteAnother important symptom is loss of speech or social skills at ANY age. I'm sure you've seen that on the research packet.
Sorry. We forgot that one.
ReplyDeleteWell, it is common to several genetic conditions, as well.
ReplyDeleteRegression seems to be highlighted in autism. At least one form (Childhood Disintegrative Disorder) has regressions from as early as 2 and as late as 10.
Also there are people who don't speak until they are teenagers.
And there was an interesting example of an autistic man and his routine when he was a teenager. He put everything he did into his day in stages.
Some of these symptoms can go on until adulthood.
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