Early diagnosis of autism can make a dramatic difference. Here are some signs that may indicate your baby should have a developmental evaluation, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:
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http://en.allexperts.com/q/Autism-1010/Autism-baby.htm My son is smart! He was diagnosed with ADHD at 3 yrs old. I knew there was more. It took 2 yrs to find a dr. to test for Autism. I was told his IQ was avg. and it would have to be low to be considered. The link above will take you to a site describing some early signs of Autism, such as a baby that cries and cant be consoled. There are signs of Autism before age 1 if you watch close.
12/24/2011 02:23:33 AM Report AbuseMy daughter is diagnosed with Autism and recieving many service for Autism. She is in an Autism program for first grade. She made all of these milestones with flying colors.
6/23/2011 10:16:10 AM Report AbuseThis information is NOT correct. All Autism spectrum disorders imply that the child has been reaching milestones and then regresses and fails to meet new ones AFTER age 2.
5/10/2011 01:59:53 PM Report Abusemy son met all his too he mild pdd/nos he 4years old.
7/6/2010 09:49:26 AM Report AbuseMy son was diagnosised with Asperger's and he met all of his mile stones it was not until he was three that he just stopped acquiring new skills, however, his academic skills flurished.
6/2/2010 04:50:23 PM Report Abuse