Understanding Autism: Key Traits and Behaviors
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Jul 09, 2024
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) encompasses a range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech, and nonverbal communication. Understanding these traits can help foster better awareness and support.
Key Traits of Autism:
- Social Communication Challenges: Difficulty with verbal and nonverbal communication, making it hard to engage in typical social interactions.
- Repetitive Behaviors: Engaging in repeated actions or rituals, such as hand-flapping or lining up objects.
- Restricted Interests: Intense focus on specific topics or activities, often to the exclusion of other interests.
- Sensory Sensitivities: Over- or under-sensitivity to sensory stimuli such as light, sound, or texture.
Recognizing these traits early can lead to timely interventions and support. For more detailed information, check out our