Signs of autism are often present before a child reaches the age of 2. Research supports early detection and intervention to enhance the outcomes of children with autism.
Here are important developmental milestones to look for as your child grows:
• Shares interest or enjoyment through eye gaze
• Responds by looking when his or her name is called
• Uses gestures to communicate
• Uses coordinated non-verbal communication (combining eye gaze and word/gestures)
• Plays with toys appropriately
• Enjoys playing social games (peekaboo, pretend with dolls or stuffed animals)
• Says at least 50 words
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