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Variations in the brain bring on developmental impairment known as an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). People with ASD may struggle with confined or repetitive activities or interests, as well as social communication and engagement. Additionally, people with ASD may learn, move, or pay attention in various ways. It is crucial to remember that some individuals without ASD may also experience some of these symptoms. However, these traits can make life very difficult for those with ASD.
Behaviors Or Interests That Are Restricted Or Repetitive
People with ASD can exhibit peculiar habits or hobbies. ASD differs from conditions only characterized by issues with social interaction and communication by virtue of these behaviors or interests.
Examples of restricted or repetitive ASD-related activities and interests include
Child playing on the carpet with toy blocks in close-up.
Sets toys or other items in a line and becomes irate if the order is changed.
Repeatedly uses the exact words or phrases (called echolalia)
Uses the same playstyle with toys every time.
Is concentrated on object components (for example, wheels) upset by even little changes
Possesses obsessions
Must adhere to specified procedures
flapping hands, rocking the body, or circling oneself
demonstrates unique reactions to sounds, smells, tastes, sights, or feelings
For those with ASD, developing social communication and interpersonal skills might be difficult.
Examples of social interaction and communication traits connected to ASD include
Eschews or breaks eye contact
Does not respond to name by the age of nine months
Does not display joyful, sad, angry, or astonished facial expressions
By the age of nine months.
Not engaging in simple interactive games like pat-a-cake by the age of 12 months
By the age of one year, makes few or no gestures
By the age of 15 months, does not share interests with others
By the age of 18 months, and does not point to show you something intriguing.
At the age of 24 months, does not recognize when others are harmed or unhappy.
By the age of 36 months, does not observe or engage in play with other children.
At the age of 48 months, does not pretend to be someone else during play, such as a teacher or a superhero.
Not perform for you in song, dance, or acting by the age of 60 months
How Can I Recognize Autism Symptoms?
The likelihood that therapy for autism spectrum conditions will be successful increases with the sooner it is started. Understanding the symptoms and indicators is crucial because of this.
If your child doesn’t reach these specific developmental milestones, or if they do but later lose them, schedule an appointment with your child’s pediatrician:
Laughing by six months
By nine months, imitates facial gestures or sounds babbles or coos by 12 months
14-month-gestures old’s (points or waves)
At 16 months, speaks in single words, and by 24 months, speaks in sentences of two words or more.
By 18 months, pretends or uses “make-believe”
What Behavioral Patterns Are Present in Autism?
Along with acting unusually or showing unique interests, children with ASD also exhibit the following behaviors:
Hand flapping, swaying, bouncing, or twirling are examples of repetitive motions.
Pacing constantly and acting in a “hyper” manner
Fixations on specific endeavors or things
Rituals or specific practices (and getting upset when a routine is changed, even slightly)
Extreme sensitivity to light, sound, and touch
Not engaging in pretend play or acting in imitation of others
Sloppy eating practices (fussy eating)
Clumsiness and a lack of coordination
Impulsiveness (doing without considering) (acting without thinking)
