The Signs of Autism

The Biology of Autism (current understanding)

Genetic changes

Atypical brain development and connections

Characteristic features of autism

6
months

  • Few or no big smiles
  • Limited or no eye contact

9
months

  • Little or no back-and-forth sharing of sounds, smiles, or facial expressions

12
months

  • Little or no babbling
  • Little or no back-and-forth gestures (pointing, showing, reaching, or waving)
  • Little or no response to name

16
months

  • Very few or no words

24
months

  • Very few or no meaningful two-word phrases (not including imitating or repeating)

Have delayed speech and language skills, or lose previously acquired speech

Avoid eye contact and want to be alone

Get upset by minor changes

Have trouble understanding other people’s feelings

Repetitive behaviors (flap their hands, rock their body, or spin in circles)

Restricted interests

Biology and Causes of Autism
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