Characteristics of autism in children checklist

نوزادان و کودکان جوان با سرعت خود و به طرق مختلف توسعه. بنابراین ، در چه نقطه باید به شما سوال اگر توسعه فرزند شما در مسیر است ؟

نقاط عطف تکاملی

از لحظه ای که آنها متولد می شوند ، کودکان در سفر از رفتارها و مهارت های به نام نقاط عطف توسعه سوار می شوند.

این نقاط عطف برای هر گروه سنی متفاوت است. برای بچه ها آنها ممکن است شامل نورد و یا خندان برای اولین بار; در حالی که برای کودکان نوپا ، آنها ممکن است شامل صحبت کردن و یا راه رفتن.

هر نقطه عطف تکاملی همراه با محدوده متوسط خود است. یعنی, محدوده معمولی که در آن یک کودک ممکن است که نقطه عطف رسیدن.

If these milestones are not met in a particular timeframe then concerns may be raised to investigate why.

While there are many reasons why a child might experience differences in their development, sometimes, the reason babies and toddlers will have developmental differences to their peers is because they are autistic.

ویژگی

Because autism is related to certain behavioural characteristics, it can be difficult to recognise autism in a child until they are between 18-22 months of age. For some, characteristics of autism may not become apparent until they reach school age, or even later in life.

However, research studies have identified that there are some characteristics that parents can look for in the first years of a child’s life.

در حالی که آنها ممکن است نشان دهنده اوتیسم نباشند ، اگر یک کودک برخی از این ویژگی ها را نشان دهد ، عاقلانه است که آنها را برای دیدن یک ارائه دهنده مراقبت های بهداشتی اولیه و احتمالا یک متخصص بهداشت با تخصص در اوتیسم.

ارائه دهندگان مراقبت های بهداشتی اولیه پزشکان هستند که اولین نقطه تماس را در سیستم بهداشتی ارائه می دهند. آنها شامل پزشکان عمومی (GPs) ، پرستاران (از جمله پرستاران عمل عمومی ، پرستاران جامعه و پزشکان پرستار) ، حرفه ای بهداشت متفقین، و کارگران سلامت بومی است.

اگر شما هر گونه نگرانی در مورد رشد کودک و یا کودک خود را, صحبت کردن با ارائه دهنده مراقبت های بهداشتی اولیه خود را در اسرع وقت. هر چه زودتر شما را تشخیص تفاوت و یا تاخیر با توسعه فرزند خود را ، هر چه زودتر شما می توانید کمک به دسترسی به خدمات مناسب و پشتیبانی، که می تواند با توسعه آینده کمک کند.

فهرست

Note that the information below is just a list of some of the common characteristics of autism. It is unlikely that a child will display all of these characteristics. It is important to remember, only a qualified professional can carry out an assessment for autism.

Early characteristics of autism in babies (6 months to one year) may include:

• Reacting in an unexpected way to new faces
• Preferring to make little or no eye contact
• Difficulty in following objects with their eyes
• Hearing their name does not produce a response
• Having limited or no reaction to loud sounds, or not turning their head to locate sounds
• Seeming overwhelmed by some sounds
• Displaying differences in interests for interactive games, for example not interested in games like peek-a-boo
• Chattering, or imitating sounds and words is limited
• Gestures like pointing at an object they want or waving back at others are limited
• Tendency not to imitate the actions of other people
• Dislike of being touched or cuddled, or not reaching out when about to be picked up
• Displaying repetitive body movements

Early characteristics of autism in toddlers up to 24 months may include:

• Limited or delayed speech milestones
• Predominantly walking on their toes
• Requires additional support to follow simple verbal instructions
• Gestures and imitating others’ actions are limited
• Showing an intense interest in certain objects, at the exclusion of all else
• Showing an intense interest in unusual or unexpected objects or materials
• Strong sense of ownership of objects or activities they are interested in (not wanting to share), or to engage the attention of others
• Engaging in repetitive actions and activities, such as putting objects into lines or groups

Early characteristics of autism in young children up to 36 months may include:

• Limited or delayed speech milestones
• Requires additional support to to follow simple verbal instructions
• Showing differences in interest for imaginative and social play, such as choosing not to play pretend games or play with other children in the usual way
• Wanting routines to be followed and being upset by change
• Extreme sensitivity to sight, sound, smell, taste and some other sensory experiences
• Displaying limited or no sensitivity to some sensory experiences such as heat, cold, touch, hunger, thirst or pain
• Becoming fixated on playing with particular toys, activities or actions

ASDetect: Is an app that provides videos of what some of these signs and characteristics can look and sound like and can be a useful tool for parents and health care professionals for children between 11 and 30 months.

Should you seek an assessment?

It is only natural that you might feel concerned if your baby or child is showing delays with development, or is demonstrating some of the possible characteristics of autism.

However, receiving answers sooner rather than later can be a good idea, so you can access supports and services for your child, and yourself.

On a personal level, getting a diagnosis can allow you and your family to have a better understanding of autism and how this may impact your child, including strengths they may have. If you think that your child might be on the autism spectrum, it is a personal decision to seek an autism assessment. For some parents it can be emotional identifying that your child may be on the autism spectrum, and can be daunting thinking about the process of seeking an autism assessment. Often well-meaning friends and family are quick to say things like: ‘just take a wait and see approach…things might change with age’. It is important to remember that you know your child best. If you have concerns, it is best to share these with a qualified professional to gather information to shape your decision.

Some of the benefits of seeking an autism assessment sooner rather than later, can include: • Your child (and you) may receive the help and support you might need or desire earlier

• Your child’s kindy or school, and teaching staff, may have a better understanding of your child’s strengths and needs – allowing them to support them more effectively
• Your child’s friends and family friends may have a better understanding of your child’s strengths, needs and behaviours – allowing them to interact and support them more effectively
• Your child may have a greater sense of self-identify if they understand themselves better
• Your child may have increased confidence knowing they are part of a larger group of children on the autism spectrum

به دنبال یک ارزیابی

شروع

If you are curious about your baby or young child’s development, and want to have them assessed for autism, you have a few options:

• Contact your state or territory autism association for information about autism assessments.
• Make an appointment with your GP or family health nurse. They can conduct a screening assessment for autism and if your child shows characteristics of autism they will often then refer your child for an assessment. If you do not agree with the outcome of the screening assessment you can still refer your child to health professionals with expertise in autism for an assessment.
• با تجربه در ارزیابی و تشخیص اوتیسم با یک متخصص بهداشت و درمان واجد شرایط صحبت کنید.

شما می توانید بیشتر در گرفتن تشخیص برای کودکان زیر 18یاد بگیرند.

چه کسی در ارزیابی شرکت خواهد کرد ؟

آن را در جایی که شما به یک ارزیابی به عنوان که به چه کسی بستگی دارد, و چگونه بسیاری از, حرفه ای خواهد شد در یک ارزیابی اوتیسم درگیر.

If you go to a private professional, the assessment will generally be completed by one professional such as a Speech Pathologist or Psychologist. In some states, or situations, you will be required to see two different types of professionals to complete an autism assessment before a diagnosis of autism can be made. It is best to check with your local autism support service provider about what is required to receive an autism diagnosis in your state or territory. However, if you seek an assessment via a government funded organisation, a range of professionals will generally be involved in any diagnosis.

متخصصان زیر ممکن است در یک ارزیابی اوتیسم در یک تیم چند جانبه با توجه به دستورالعمل ملی برای ارزیابی و تشخیص اختلالات طیف اوتیسم در استرالیا درگیر شوند.

• پزشک
• پرستار پزشک
• کاردرمانی
• روانشناس
• مددکار اجتماعی
• سخن شناس گفتار
• پزشک اطفال
• روانپزشک کودک
• اعصاب

مهم: فقط حرفه ای هایی که آموزش ارزیابی اوتیسم را دریافت می کنند قادر به تشخیص اوتیسم هستند.

به کجا برای دریافت یک ارزیابی

There are both government-funded, and private services available for autism assessments. Sometimes, there will be a longer wait time for government-funded services.

شما می توانید لیستی از ارائه دهندگان خدمات پشتیبانی اوتیسم محلی را در صفحه منابع ما پیدا کنید.

برای اطلاعات بیشتر به گرفتن تشخیص اوتیسم برای کودکان.

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