2006-06-06 17:12:59 · 5 answers · asked by ellamae 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
No, screening won't detect that. The characteristics for autism don't usually present themselves until the child is at least 18 months, sometimes a little sooner if it's severe enough. That's because the signs to look for are things that newborns can't do, like lack of speech, no eye contact, not responding to name, and repetitive behaviors and tantrums.
2006-06-10 18:43:55 · answer #1 · answered by Angie 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Autism is not typically diagnosed until around the age of three... or older. Our oldest son is autistic and was not diagnosed correctly until the age of 6. For more information on autism, check out this site for the Autism Society of America.... www.autism-society.org
2006-06-07 09:37:48 · answer #2 · answered by cgspitfire 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's never too early to know, my son is six years old and was diagnosed three and a half years ago better to know now so you can assist the child as best as possible. It's difficult believe me but one of the most rewarding treasures in life is our children!
2006-06-07 00:17:26 · answer #3 · answered by alone 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no new born is too early to see the signs of autism...
2006-06-07 00:15:08 · answer #4 · answered by geet840 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
too early. most are diagnosed at a year and a half.
2006-06-07 01:00:43 · answer #5 · answered by carol anne 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋