First signs of autism

[mrsharrisgoestoparis]

Hi I am wanting to know when you first thought your child was autistic first signs etc thanks in advance

Do you have a DC that you have concerns about? If so, have to seen the M-Chat test? (You can Google it.) It gives a good idea of signs to look out for that might be possible red flags for autism from around 18 months.

In my DS's case, I was aware that 'something' was up from a very early age. I would say around six months? He didn't seem to 'engage' in the same way the other NCT babies of his age did. He also had huge issues around feeding, sleeping and change of routine.

Lack of engagement, Lack of social responses - no separation anxiety, no smiles of recognition. No interest in toys, odd fixations with lights and spinning