How Do You Spot Early Signs Of Autism?
Autism is a medical disorder characterized by social problems, sensory issues and delays in language. While most children with autism receive a diagnosis around the age of three, many parents noticed signs of the disorder well before that time. This article details how to spot the early signs of autism with the most common signs parents noticed. Watch for odd interests. Children with autism don’t usually play with toys appropriately. They often line up the toys rather than playing with them. They become fascinated with parts of the toys, such as the wheels on a car. The child may spin the wheels, or get eye level while he runs the car across the floor, fixating on the motion of the wheels. Note any strange behaviors. Abnormal body posturing is common in young children with autism. For instance, a common body posture among young autistic children is described as a backward Superman. The child leans forward with their arms extended behind them, wrists flexed. Other strange behaviors exhi