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      data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> <amp-auto-ads type="adsens What is early screening for autism traits? Type of Measure: Early Screening of Autistic Traits (ESAT) is  a primary screening checklist that was designed for infants 0-36 month(s) old . It is based on prominent early signs and symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and was designed to be completed by parents/caregivers during well-baby visits. What is the earliest age to screen for autism? Doctors look at the child's developmental history and behavior to make a diagnosis. ASD can sometimes be detected at  18 months of age or younger . By age 2, a diagnosis by an experienced professional can be considered reliable. However, many children do not receive a final diagnosis until much older. What are the 3 main signs of autism? Common signs of autism in adults include:  finding it hard to understand what others are thinking or feeling . getting very anxiou...

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      data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> <amp-auto-ads type="adsens Does your brain work better with more sleep? Without sleep, you can't form or maintain the pathways in your brain that let you learn and create new memories, and it's harder to concentrate and respond quickly What lack of sleep does to the brain? Sleep deprivation makes us moody and irritable, and  impairs brain functions such as memory and decision-making . It also negatively impacts the rest of the body – it impairs the functioning of the immune system, for example, making us more susceptible to infection

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        data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> <amp-auto-ads type="adsens Is homeschool good for autistic child? Pros of Homeschooling for Children with Autism The learning environment has fewer distractions and fewer stressors . If a student has been dealing with bullies in school, homeschooling provides a safe haven. All aspects of education can be individualized to fit the student's needs. Tips for Homeschooling Your Child with ASD Work with topic fixations. ... Share your power as the authority figure with your child. ... Encourage real-world socialization. ... Incorporate physical exercise. ... Stick to your schedule, but take frequent breaks. ... Know when to ask for help

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     data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> <amp-auto-ads type="adsens How does autism affect sleep? Autistic children can have particular sleep and settling difficulties, including:  irregular sleeping and waking patterns  – for example, lying awake until very late or waking very early in the morning. sleeping much less than expected for their age, or being awake for more than an hour during the night.

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