Signs of Autism
| Autism in Children | Autism in Adults |
| Does not respond to name by 12 months of age | Difficulty forming and maintaining friendships |
| Avoids eye contact | Direct eye contact is uncomfortable |
| Prefers to play alone | Extreme interest in a particular topic |
| Does not share interests with others | Sensitivity to lights, sounds, and smells |
| Only interacts to achieve a desired goal | Trouble understanding facial expressions |
| Flat or inappropriate facial expressions | Reliance on daily routines |
| Does not understand personal space boundaries | Difficulty understanding sarcasm |
| Avoids or resists physical contact | Repetitive behaviors |
For more information about autism, please visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Sources:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2022, March 28). Signs and symptoms of autism spectrum disorders. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Retrieved November 25, 2022, from https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/autism/signs.htmlMediLexicon International. (n.d.). Autism in adults: Signs, symptoms, and diagnosis. Medical News Today. Retrieved November 25, 2022, from https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326841