#Autism symptoms

[adhd-worlds]

Waiting mode is the most uncomfortable thing ever. I can't do anything, I can't relax, I can't play video games or anything until the thing I'm waiting for actually happens

[toomuchdivergentformyneuro]

me: *reads over symptoms of autism once again* “see but i don’t get upset over changes in routine, we change the routine all the time and i’m totally okay with it!”

also me since i was a kid: *gets irritated, stressed, angry, aggravated, and depressed for the rest of the day after something is switched to another day* *gets angry, stressed, and depressed, and has a breakdown when i find out we have to cancel plans, even if i didn’t really wanna go to wherever we were planning to go* *gets aggravated and is easily upset and is depressed the whole day after i get to cancel something that i had been planning for but also are relieved that i don’t have to go since i really didn’t want to* *is depressed, angry, irritated, and stressed after we cancel plans that i had zero feelings for up until that point* etc.

[escapism-from-the-real-world]

When I was younger, I thought I had a really big bladder. On 12 hour roadtrips, I’d only go to the bathroom like once and I’d rarely ever go at home. I thought I was built different.

Anyway, I have adhd and autism and I’ve been making myself drink water regularly and wow, have I always been this dehydrated? Have I been not going to the bathroom enough times to be considered healthy? I have overestimated my ability to gauge healthy behavior.

[starsh1ne-va1ly]

Theres this guy in my class and we talked about how to take care of cats. He told me that a cat would live better in a whole city and that all cats would prefer to live outside because thats where they normally life. He also said that if youre going to let your cat go on a balcony that they needed a whole forest and mices on it 💀 He wouldnt admit that this was wrong and that NOT ALL cats would rather life outside or that its not always healthyer for them. I ended up closing my ears and tell him that he was fucking annoying and then he said that i simply could'nt take critic ༎ຶ⁠‿⁠༎ຶ srsly he argued with me over the most random stuff, even about things he doesnt know about and HE TELLS ME I AM UNABLE TO FACE CRITISM??? There are things that dont need opinion, dude. For example DIAGNOSED AUTISTIC SYMTOMPS. He told me that it could'nt be true that autistic people have issues with motor skills and that they can be really clumsy and this was caused by the austim. HE HAD NO IDEA ABOUT AUTISM WTF Also i grew up with cats, SO HOW CAN HE THINK HE KNOWS BETTER???

[fmk-polls]

Ask box is open and I am taking poll suggestions

[chamomile-coated-cat]

So maybe I'm not color blind and dyslexic, maybe it's just ANOTHER symptom of autism...

Apparently, like auditory processing disorder, visual processing disorder exist!

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1. VISUAL DISCRIMINATION ISSUES:

Trouble seeing the difference between similar letters, shapes, or objects2

2. VISUAL FIGURE-GROUND DISCRIMINATION ISSUES:

Struggle to distinguish a shape or letter from its background2

3. VISUAL SEQUENCING ISSUES:

Find it difficult to see shapes, letters, or words in the correct order; may skip lines or read the same line over and over2

4. VISUAL-MOTOR PROCESSING ISSUES:

Trouble using what they see to coordinate with the way they move; may struggle to write within lines or bump into objects while walking2

5. LONG- OR SHORT-TERM VISUAL MEMORY ISSUES:

Struggle to remember shapes, symbols, or objects they’ve seen, causing issues with reading and spelling2

6. VISUAL-SPATIAL ISSUES:

Trouble understanding where objects are in space; unsure how close objects are to one another2

7. VISUAL CLOSURE ISSUES:

Difficulty identifying an object when only parts of it are showing2

8. LETTER AND SYMBOL REVERSAL ISSUES:

Switch numbers or letters when writing, or may mistake “b” for “d” or “w” for “m”1

[charlie-and-mushrooms]

Guys, would it be considered an autistic thing to do if I made a chart of my autistic symptoms?

[gooworld-anti-brainboom-blog]

Autism my bingo card

I am adding a rewatching show I've seen 100 times and relistening to songs I've heard many times

[ablanktechpriest]

Trying to figure out at what point something is and isnt a symptom of autism is like trying to figure out what family of animals the platypus belongs to.

just had to vent a bit because this issue keeps living rent free in my head since late 2020

[speechandot]

Autism is a developmental disability that happens within a person’s brain. Nobody knows for certain what causes this difference, but these differences don’t make your child look any different. Since there isn’t anything about how an autistic toddler looks that sets them apart, it’s important to understand the disability’s other signs and symptoms.

[adhd-worlds]

Does anyone actually know why adhd and autistic ppl have a better time paying attention to a film or tv show with subtitles on? Like why does it help me focus?

[autism-info]

Just some of the behaviours that are present in some way / shape / form. As always, not every autistic person is going to experience the same symptoms the same amount, it is different for each individual person.

[digestive]

Anyone else besides me and my undiagnosed family members that feel comfort in watching stand up comedy due to the easy to read social cues that began as a mild obsession back in teenage years to help the feeling of transitioning out of childhood and realising that the world is less forgiving to someone whos autistic and now you can't play down the strange habits that only you seem to have and can't follow along with conversations so you watch these shows and follow along with the out of date references to feel a sense of belonging with people cause it's easier to react to these clips compared to real life?

[adultautismsymptoms]

Signs of Autism in Toddlers

The signs of autism can vary from person to person. Some children display early signs of the disorder, while others don't show symptoms until they're older. But no matter what the age of your child, it's never too late to get a diagnosis and start getting the support they need to live their best life.

Early Signs of Autism in Babies One of the earliest red flags of autism is an infant who doesn't interact with other babies as well as other babies their age. The baby may not smile back and forth or respond to names, and they may avoid eye contact with their parents.

This behavior isn't normal for an infant and should be reported to their healthcare provider during well-baby visits. Caregivers should also ask for tests to determine if a baby has an autism spectrum disorder.

Some early signs of autism include obsessive-compulsive behaviors such as lining up things in a particular order or preoccupation with a specific topic of interest. This can include memorizing facts about maps, trains, or sports statistics.

Performing repetitive behaviors such as flapping hands, rocking, or twirling can also be an early sign of autism in toddlers. Repeated movements like this can be soothing to the child, but they can also distract them from concentrating on other things.

Self-stimulatory Behaviors (or "stimming") Some people with autism have very strong reactions to certain sensory stimuli, such as touch, taste, or smell. They may react quickly and intensely to these stimuli or they may respond very slowly and gently.

These responses can be more pronounced in toddlers with autism than in typically developing toddlers. For example, an autistic child with an obsession with light switches might flip them repeatedly or they might play with toys such as keys and rubber bands in unusual ways.

Other signs of autism in toddlers include difficulties interacting with other children and difficulty learning new social situations. These problems often improve with age, but some children will continue to have these issues throughout their lives.

The signs of autism in toddlers and young children can be subtle, but they can make it hard for family members to recognize the differences. For example, a young child with autism might prefer routines and be easily upset by changes in their daily schedules.

High-Functioning ASD Many individuals with autism are diagnosed as having high-functioning autism, also known as Asperger's syndrome. These individuals can often be very bright and excel in school. They might have impressive vocabularies and a strong interest in particular topics or activities, such as art, music, or science.

They might also enjoy talking in an eccentric way, such as using a very wide range of vocabulary or constantly interrupting conversations with other people. This could be seen as a symptom of adult autism diagnosis, but it could also simply be an eccentricity.

A person with high-functioning autism might have a variety of different skills and be able to learn at a faster rate than other people their age. These skills might be a great benefit to the person with autism, but they can also be a barrier to social interaction.

[autistic-nightcrawler]

Reaching out wondering if I'm the only one who GIFs bother? They go too fast and hurt my eyes and I just wondered if other autistic people experience this too?

[fmk-polls]

Ask box is open and I am taking poll suggestions