Autism is one of the fastest growing developmental disorders in the United States today. Early detection is key to treating and maintaining a healthy lifestyle for a child with autism. Each child should reach milestones in the way they speak, act, learn and play. A lack of growth in any of these areas could mean a developmental problem. Unfortunately, most health care professionals do not test for most developmental disorders until a parent expresses concern for their child's inability to reach certain milestones. Below are some signs that your child may be developmentally disabled:
-constant avoidance of eye contact
-having trouble relating to others or relating to other people's feelings
-responding to sounds but are unaware when others speak to them or initiate physical contact
-having trouble adapting to change
-repeating a word or phrase said to them to replace normal language
-inability to express thoughts and/or feelings to others
-repetition of acts over and over again
-having unusual fixations on objects
These are only a few signs of autism. However, this developmental disorder can range from acute to severe inability of functionality. Children with autism interact, learn, behave and communicate differently than most. Detecting and diagnosing this disorder early is key to helping a child with autism reach his/her full potential.
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