Infant Development and Early Signs of Autism

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What is one of the earliest signs of autism in infants according to the text?

Early language development

Decreased eye contact (correct)

Gesturing skills

Increased eye contact

At what age do infants typically begin making skilled eye contact, according to the text?

2 months (correct)

3 months

6 months

1 year

Why is gesturing considered important in infant development?

It is a way of building social relationships (correct)

It is a sign of autism

It helps infants develop motor skills faster

It leads to earlier language development

What percentage of parents with autistic children observe developmental differences by the time their child is 2 years old?

80-90% Signup and view all the answers

What behavior may be an early indicator of autism in babies according to the text?

Decline in eye contact at around 2 months Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of eye contact in infant development?

It is crucial for building social relationships Signup and view all the answers

What is a common indicator of a developmental difference in infants?

Not pointing or gesturing Signup and view all the answers

What skill is often decreased in autistic children, as mentioned in the text?

Joint attention Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main concerns when an infant shows a pattern of nonresponse to their own name?

Signs of language delay Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of language development can be described as 'uneven' according to the text?

Impairment in some areas despite development in others Signup and view all the answers

What feature is commonly observed in autistic children's facial expressions compared to nonautistic children?

Less emotional expression through facial expressions Signup and view all the answers

What can the loss of skills and abilities in infants or toddlers indicate?

Potential autism diagnosis Signup and view all the answers

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