Early Autism Signs Checklist
This checklist is compiled with autism-specific observation points, devised by [YOUR NAME], to assist parents in monitoring and identifying early signs of autism spectrum disorder in their child's daily behavior and development. It aims to ensure balance in their regular diet and increase the productivity of early intervention efforts. Please adhere to this checklist daily to ensure comprehensive tracking.
Social Interaction:
| Signs | Description |
|---|
| Limited eye contact | Does your baby avoid making eye contact or seem disinterested when you try to engage them visually? |
| Lack of response to name | Does your baby not respond when you call their name, even after repeated attempts? |
| Limited facial expressions | Does your baby show limited facial expressions, such as smiling or reacting to your expressions? |
| Difficulty with social cues | Does your baby seem unaware of social cues or gestures, such as not responding to waving or pointing? |
Communication:
| Signs | Description |
|---|
| Delayed babbling | Does your baby not babble or produce simple sounds by around 6-9 months of age? |
| Lack of gestures | Does your baby not use gestures like pointing, waving, or reaching to communicate? |
| Limited vocalization | Does your baby have limited vocalization, such as not making cooing sounds or attempting to mimic sounds? |
| Lack of interest in communication | Does your baby seem disinterested in communicating with you or others, such as not responding to attempts to initiate interaction? |
Behavioral Patterns:
| Signs | Description |
|---|
| Repetitive movements | Does your baby engage in repetitive movements, such as hand-flapping, rocking, or spinning objects? |
| Fixation on objects | Does your baby fixate on objects or parts of objects, showing little interest in other things? |
| Sensory sensitivities | Does your baby seem overly sensitive or under-sensitive to sensory stimuli, such as lights, sounds, textures, or smells? |
| Resistance to change | Does your baby become upset or distressed with changes in routine or environment? |
Other Signs:
| Signs | Description |
|---|
| Delayed milestones | Is your baby significantly delayed in reaching developmental milestones, such as crawling, sitting up, or walking? |
| Unusual play behavior | Does your baby engage in play repetitively or unusually, such as lining up toys instead of engaging in imaginative play? |
| Intense focus | Does your baby show intense focus or fascination with certain objects or activities to the exclusion of others? |
| Difficulty with transitions | Does your baby struggle with transitions between activities or environments, becoming upset or agitated? |
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