When we have a client with the following condition: autism
Signs and symptoms for autism
Avoids eye contact
Uses facial expressions that don’t match what he or she is saying
Doesn’t pick up on other people’s facial expressions, tone of voice, and gestures
Makes very few gestures (such as pointing)
Reacts unusually to sights, smells, textures, and sounds
Description
Autism is a neurodevelopment disorder characterised by impaired social interaction, impaired verbal and non-verbal communication, and restricted and repetitive behaviour.
Parents usually notice signs in the first two years of their child’s life.