Early signs of ASD include but are not limited to:

Lack of babbling, gesturing and pointing by age 1

Doesn’t respond to name

Lack of eye contact

Doesn’t play with toys like other children do

Loss of language

Excessively lines up objects

May seem hearing impaired at time

-NICHD, 2004

 What do I do if I am concerned my child may have autism?

There are usually three main sources of more information regarding autism in every community, try  one of these:

• Ask your doctor for an autism screener.  All pediatricians have access to autism screeners that can help determine if further testing may be needed.
• Call your county health department.  Often times there are individual's who work specifically with children with special needs who can help guide you.
• Call your local school district.  Most school districts have autism screeners as well and can help you find out if your child may qualify for extra educational help.  School districts serve children with special needs from birth to 21 years of age.