AUTISM
Symptoms, Causes and Diagnostic Methods
Autism Symptoms
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Lack of social communication
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Can't make eye contact
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They do not react to what is said
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lack of speech
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They do not feel danger and fear
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They don't look back when their name is called
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They tend to walk on their toes.
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Sensitivity to light and sound
Causes of Autism
Although the exact cause of autism has not been found, it is stated by experts as a genetic disease. Psychological problems experienced by the mother before birth, gene mutation, alcohol and cigarette use increase the risk of the baby having autism.
Autism Diagnostic Methods
Early diagnosis is very important in autism symptoms that show limited and repetitive behaviors. It is necessary to get help by monitoring the child's behavior by a specialist physician. Autism diagnosed at the age of 2 to 4 years has high reliability levels.
Who Has Autism
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Autism is more common in boys than girls. Approximately 3.6% of boys and 1.3% of girls between the ages of 3 and 17 have autism spectrum.
According to the data released by the World Health Organization in 2021, one out of every 160 children in the world is diagnosed with autism.