Every autistic individual will experience these symptoms differently and on a mild to severe spectrum. However, the following 14 behaviors are considered common early warning symptoms of autism in children.
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These disorders usually relate to infants and children, as they suggest something has gone awry with the nervous system in the growth stages. However, the symptoms can last well into adulthood or for a patient’s entire life. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), surveys have shown that approximately 15-percent of children aged 3 to […]
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We often associate a person with how well they function mentally by their intelligence quotient (IQ) score, and there is something to it. However, IQ is more complicated than just a number, and there are different facets to intelligence (including creativity and emotional IQ) to consider in the big picture. Having a high IQ does […]
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Finding a tumor in your body is never a pleasant situation, especially when you don’t know for sure if it’s dangerous until it’s tested. Imagine developing numerous tumors throughout your body—that’s what it’s like living with Tuberous Sclerosis (TSC). While the tumors associated with this disease are benign (non-cancerous), that doesn’t mean they don’t have any effects on […]
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Autism is a wide-spectrum mental disorder that is talked about every day in health circles, but few really know all the facts about it. Research continues to push forward about the possible causes of autism (which can cause some patients to be non-verbal), and some are even challenging whether it’s even something that should be […]
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Autism is commonly characterized as a mental condition that affects communication and behavior, which is present from an early age. There are several medical theories out there about autism, some more backed by science than others. For example, some celebrities caused a false buzz by stating the condition is caused by vaccines. While there is […]
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