How to detect autism? Early signs of autism

Autism not only affects the life of the patient, but is also a pain for the family. Common early symptoms of autism include pathological attachment to certain special objects, always repeating an action in a stereotyped manner, and having communication difficulties.

1. Pathological attachment to certain special objects

Children with autism often develop a special interest in certain objects, such as building blocks, radios, balls, etc., to the point of attachment. They can't let go of these things and can feel satisfied when playing with them. If these items are taken away, they will cry and panic. The child seldom joins other children's games, but is happy to play alone, often enjoying himself.

2. Stereotyped repetitive movements

Children with this disease often insist on repetitive stereotyped game patterns and life activity patterns, resist change, and lack variety and imagination, such as repeatedly lining up toys; the sitting position cannot be changed; the place where things are placed cannot be changed; the order of life content must remain the same, etc. The stubbornness to remain the same is one of the key symptoms of autism;

3. Interpersonal communication barriers

Children with the disorder often feel extremely lonely, lack interaction with others, and lack emotional connection. For example, newborns do not stay close to their mothers when they are held; they react no differently when held by relatives or other people at 7-8 months old; children with the disorder are indifferent to the return and departure of their parents and have no attachment; they treat their relatives and strangers the same and do not feel afraid when they are with strangers. Children with this condition lack eye contact with others, often avoid making eye contact with others, and lack emotional communication with people around them;