At age 4, early signs of autism may become more noticeable as social and communication expectations grow. Common signs to look for in a 4-year-old include:
- Language Delays: Difficulty speaking in sentences or engaging in back-and-forth conversations. They may have limited vocabulary or use repetitive phrases.
- Difficulty with Social Interaction: Challenges with making eye contact, engaging in pretend play, or understanding social cues like taking turns.
- Repetitive Behaviors: Engaging in repetitive movements, such as hand-flapping or rocking, or becoming fixated on specific interests or routines.
- Sensory Sensitivities: Being overly sensitive to certain textures, sounds, or lights, or showing a lack of response to pain.
- Rigidity: Difficulty adapting to changes in routine or environment, becoming upset when things don’t go as expected.
Early identification is crucial, as it allows for early intervention through therapies like Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), which can improve communication, social skills, and behavior.
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SOURCE:
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/25197-applied-behavior-analysis
https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/what-is-applied-behavior-analysis
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Applied_behavior_analysis
https://www.bacb.com/about-behavior-analysis/
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9458805/
