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    What are the signs of autism?

    The autism diagnosis age and intensity of autism’s early signs vary widely. Some
    infants show hints in their first months. In others, behaviors become obvious as late
    as age 2 or 3.

    Not all children with autism show all the signs. Many children who don’t have autism
    show a few. That’s why professional evaluation is crucial.

    The following may indicate your child is at risk for an autism spectrum disorder. If
    your child exhibits any of the following, ask your pediatrician or family doctor for an
    evaluation right away:

    By 6 months
     Few or no big smiles or other warm, joyful and engaging expressions
     Limited or no eye contact

    By 9 months
     Little or no back-and-forth sharing of sounds, smiles or other facial
    expressions

    By 12 months
     Little or no babbling
     Little or no back-and-forth gestures such as pointing, showing, reaching or
    waving
     Little or no response to name

    By 16 months
     Very few or no words

    By 24 months
     Very few or no meaningful, two-word phrases (not including imitating or
    repeating)

    At any age
     Loss of previously acquired speech, babbling or social skills
     Avoidance of eye contact
     Persistent preference for solitude
     Difficulty understanding other people’s feelings
     Delayed language development
     Persistent repetition of words or phrases (echolalia)
     Resistance to minor changes in routine or surroundings
     Restricted interests
     Repetitive behaviors (flapping, rocking, spinning, etc.)
     Unusual and intense reactions to sounds, smells, tastes, textures, lights
    and/or colors

    If you have concerns, get your child screened and


    contact your healthcare provider
    The M-CHAT (Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers ™) can help you determine
    if a professional should evaluate your child. This simple online autism screen,
    available on our website, takes only a few minutes. If the answers suggest your child
    has a high probability for autism, please consult with your child’s doctor. Likewise, if
    you have any other concerns about your child's development, don't wait. Speak to
    your doctor now about screening your child for autism.

    Resources
    A diagnosis of autism is an important turning point in a long journey to understand
    your child's world. Autism Speaks has many resources for families whose children
    have recently received a diagnosis.

    These include Autism Speaks First Concern to Action Tool Kit and First Concern to


    Action Roadmap.

    Signs of autism in adults and teens


    Do you suspect that your feelings and behaviors involve autism? Many people who
    have milder forms of autism go undiagnosed until adulthood. Find out more in our
    guide: "Is it Autism and If So, What Next?"

    Please visit Treatment of Autism and our Autism Speaks Directory for more


    information. Have more questions? Autism Speaks' Autism Response Team can
    help you with information, resources and opportunities. Call us at 888-288-4762
    (en Español 888-772-9050) or email help@autismspeaks.org.

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