Just curious.. what are the signs of autisom? (don't know how to spell it) look inside 4 more....?

Question

what r the signs of autisom (autisum?) i really don't know how to spell it... like when a person is autistic. how do u know?? what r the signs. i know they usually start when u r a little kid. i am just wondering, ive always wondered this.

thx,

~MMB!

Answer 1

Fails to respond to his or her name

Has poor eye contact

Appears not to hear you at times

Resists cuddling and holding

Appears unaware of others' feelings

Seems to prefer playing alone — retreats into his or her "own world"

Language

Starts talking later than other children

Loses previously acquired ability to say words or sentences

Does not make eye contact when making requests

Speaks with an abnormal tone or rhythm — may use a singsong voice or robot-like speech

Can't start a conversation or keep one going

May repeat words or phrases verbatim, but doesn't understand how to use them

Behavior

Performs repetitive movements, such as rocking, spinning or hand-flapping

Develops specific routines or rituals

Becomes disturbed at the slightest change in routines or rituals

Moves constantly

May be fascinated by parts of an object, such as the spinning wheels of a toy car

May be unusually sensitive to light, sound and touch and yet oblivious to pain

hope it helps!!

Answer 2

Wikepedia has a good description of autism.  autism is a very difficult disorder to diagnose.  It involves sensory issues, speech development, lack of response to stimuli, no-little interaction with people, repetitive movements like spinning, rocking, being very fearful.  Its usually diagnosed when a child is between the ages of 3 and 5.  Schooling usually involves one - on - one intervention.