What is Autism Spectrum Disorder?
/SD is a range of complex neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by social impairment, restricted, repetitive and stereotyped patterns of behaviors and communication difficulties.
Signs of Autism
- No response to their name
- Loss of language or social skills
- Poor eye contact
- Excessive lining up of objects or toys
- Difficulty interpreting what others or thinking/feelings (doesn't understand social cues)
- repetitive movements such as rocking, biting or head banging
Next Steps
- Get your child evaluated soon as possible! Early Intervention in Key!
- Evaluation may include a questionaire or screening instrument
- Comprehensive evaluation which involves a psychologist, neurologist, psychiatrist, speech therapist and any other professional able to diagnose your child
- Research available resources
- Get into a support group
Resources
- Autism Society NC
- Autism Speaks
- Autism Charlotte
- Autism Services of Mecklenburg County
- Charlotte Teacch Center
- Voc Rehab Services
- High Five Program of Fort Mill
- ***Special note: I was able to Google most of these resources. Please do the same in order to obtain contact information***
