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Autism Fact Sheet
Warning Signs Every Parent Should Know
By The Help Group
By 24 Months Old
- Does not point to share interests with others, such as pointing to an airplane
- Does not imitate common activities of others, such as sweeping the floor
- Does not develop pretend or make-believe play
- Does not use single words by 16 months; no two-word spontaneous phrases ("go car" or "look doggie") by 24 months
Other Developmental Signs
- May develop language and/or social skills normally and then lose some or all of these skills
- Has repetitive body movements (hand flapping, spinning)
- Fixates upon a single object, such as a spoon or book
- Cannot tolerate change in routine or environment, such as a new toothbrush or a replacement for a lost toy
- Has oversensitivity to texture, lights and/or sounds
- Has delayed motor skills (late walking, riding a tricycle or learning to jump)
- Prefers to play alone or does not interact with peers as expected, such as asking for friends to come over, playing together or taking turns
- Lines items up or puts things in order repeatedly
- Has excessive tantrums and is difficult to console
- Walks on tiptoes
- May not enjoy cuddling or being touched unless it is on own terms
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