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Adolescent and Child Psychologist Edmonton
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ABC Psychological Services
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Signs Your Young Child May Have Autism
Posted on April 7, 2015 at 12:04 PM |
Catching
autism early can save many years of struggle and heartache, both for parents
and kids. No parent wants to believe their wonderful child may have
difficulties with social development. However, it is important to understand
that just because your child is different, this does not mean they are better
or worse than other kids. With
the right early intervention, kids on the autism spectrum can be taught to
function better within society and even harness their special gifts. This is
only possible, though, if parents know what to look for. What Is Autism? Autism
is a spectrum disorder. This means that there are a collection of related
disorders that have a common core of symptoms. The term “spectrum” is used
because autism can manifest in stages of severity — those on the spectrum can
have mild, moderate or major symptoms. These
signs and symptoms widely vary, and the effects of autism can vary with them.
Some kids who fall on the spectrum have only very minor quirks, while others
are unable to effectively function in society. Common symptoms
of autism
involve difficulty in one or more of three areas:
What Causes Autism? We
are not currently certain what the exact causes of autism are. There is even
some disagreement on how to best treat the condition. Some parents believe that
their children do not need to be treated, but rather the world should adapt to
their kids’ special qualities. Most
experts, though, believe that early intervention at an intensive level can be
of great help to those on the spectrum. The earlier autism is diagnosed, the
easier time the child will have learning to interact with the world around
them. Early Detection Monitor
your child’s development to make sure they are hitting normal social, cognitive
and emotional milestones. If you are concerned about developmental delays, take
action:
Don’t
panic. A delay is not a guarantee of a problem. But don’t be afraid to talk to
your doctor about it. Trust your instincts, and never just wait and see. Early Signs Here
are some other potential signs of autism in your baby or toddler:
These
are only a few of the potential signs of autism. If you think your child may
benefit from the services of a child psychologist in Edmonton, give us a call
today. We are here to help. |
Categories: Autism
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