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World Autism Awareness Day 2024: Early signs of autism in toddlers

Updated On Apr 02, 2024 08:57 AM IST

Autism, also known as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a developmental disorder that occurs in early childhood. Know some early signs of autism in toddlers.

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World Autism Awareness Day, observed annually on April 2nd, aims to increase understanding, acceptance, and support for individuals with autism. This year's theme, "Empowering Autistic Voices," focuses on amplifying the voices and perspectives of individuals on the autism spectrum, promoting inclusivity, understanding, and empowerment. Autism, a developmental disorder that typically appears in early childhood, can be diagnosed by a healthcare professional. However, parents and caregivers can look out for early signs and red flags in toddlers. Here are some early signs of autism in toddlers:(Twitter/curiositygrows1)

Updated on Apr 02, 2024 08:57 AM IST

World Autism Awareness Day, observed annually on April 2nd, aims to increase understanding, acceptance, and support for individuals with autism. This year's theme, "Empowering Autistic Voices," focuses on amplifying the voices and perspectives of individuals on the autism spectrum, promoting inclusivity, understanding, and empowerment. Autism, a developmental disorder that typically appears in early childhood, can be diagnosed by a healthcare professional. However, parents and caregivers can look out for early signs and red flags in toddlers. Here are some early signs of autism in toddlers:(Twitter/curiositygrows1)

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Social communication difficulties: Toddlers with autism may have challenges with social interaction and communication skills. They may not respond to their name, avoid eye contact, or have limited interest in engaging with others. (Unsplash)

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Social communication difficulties: Toddlers with autism may have challenges with social interaction and communication skills. They may not respond to their name, avoid eye contact, or have limited interest in engaging with others. (Unsplash)

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Delayed or absent speech: Some toddlers with autism may have delayed speech development or may not speak at all. They may also have difficulty with language comprehension. (Unsplash)

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Delayed or absent speech: Some toddlers with autism may have delayed speech development or may not speak at all. They may also have difficulty with language comprehension. (Unsplash)

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Lack of gestures and nonverbal communication: A child with autism may have limited or absent use of gestures, such as pointing or waving. They may also have difficulty understanding or responding to other people's gestures or facial expressions. (Unsplash)

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Lack of gestures and nonverbal communication: A child with autism may have limited or absent use of gestures, such as pointing or waving. They may also have difficulty understanding or responding to other people's gestures or facial expressions. (Unsplash)

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Repetitive behaviours: Repetitive movements or behaviours, such as hand-flapping, rocking, or spinning objects, are common in toddlers with autism. They may also display intense and narrow interests in specific objects or topics. (Unsplash)

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Repetitive behaviours: Repetitive movements or behaviours, such as hand-flapping, rocking, or spinning objects, are common in toddlers with autism. They may also display intense and narrow interests in specific objects or topics. (Unsplash)

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Sensory sensitivities: Many children with autism have heightened sensitivities to certain sensory experiences. They may be overly sensitive or under-responsive to sounds, textures, tastes, or smells. (Unsplash)

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Sensory sensitivities: Many children with autism have heightened sensitivities to certain sensory experiences. They may be overly sensitive or under-responsive to sounds, textures, tastes, or smells. (Unsplash)

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Difficulty with transitions and changes: Toddlers with autism often struggle with changes in routines or transitions from one activity to another. They may become upset or exhibit challenging behaviours when faced with unexpected or unfamiliar situations. (Unsplash)

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Difficulty with transitions and changes: Toddlers with autism often struggle with changes in routines or transitions from one activity to another. They may become upset or exhibit challenging behaviours when faced with unexpected or unfamiliar situations. (Unsplash)

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Lack of pretend play: Pretend or imaginative play may be limited or absent in toddlers with autism. They may not engage in typical make-believe activities or show interest in playing with toys in imaginative ways. (Unsplash)

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Lack of pretend play: Pretend or imaginative play may be limited or absent in toddlers with autism. They may not engage in typical make-believe activities or show interest in playing with toys in imaginative ways. (Unsplash)

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