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There is treatment for Autism. Early intervention is critical.
Know the warning signs of Autism in young children. Act early.
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• No babbling by 11 months of age
• No simple gestures by 12 months (e.g., waving bye-bye)
• No single words by 16 months
• No two-word phrases by 24 months (noun + verb - e.g., "baby sleeping")
• No response when name is called, causing concern about hearing
• Loss of any language or social skills at any age
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• Odd or repetitive ways of moving fingers or hands
• Oversensitive to certain textures, sounds or lights
• Lack of interest in toys, or plays with them in an unusual
way (e.g., lining up, spinning, opening/closing parts rather
than using the toy as a whole)
• Compulsions or rituals (has to perform activities in a
special way or certain sequence; is prone to tantrums if
rituals are interrupted)
• Preoccupations with unusual interests, such as light
switches, doors, fans, wheels
• Unusual fears
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• Rarely makes eye contact when interacting with people
• Does not play peek-a-boo
• Does not point to show things he/she is interested in
• Rarely smiles socially
• More interested in looking at objects than at people’s faces
• Prefers to play alone
• Does not make attempts to get parent’s attention; doesn't
follow/look when someone is pointing at something
• Seems to be “in his/her own world”
• Does not respond to parent’s attempts to play
• Avoids or ignores other children when they approach
Autism is treatable.
Early intervention is critical.
Know the warning signs of autism in young children.
Act early.
Print an 8.5 x 14 (legal size) Red Flags for Autism poster:
Red Flags for Autism poster
Print an 8.5 x 11 (letter size) Red Flags for Autism brochure:
Red Flags for Autism brochure
If there are concerns with any of the following, parents can:
Request that their Family Doctor make a referral to a Paediatrician or
Have their child assessed by a Speech-Language Pathologist.
To refer your PRESCHOOL child to a Speech-Language Pathologist
call toll Free: 1-800-675-1979 or 705-739-5696
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To refer your SCHOOL-AGED child to a Speech-Language Pathologist please contact your child’s Teacher or School Principal
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My child has a diagnosis of autism...now what?
"Next Steps - A Resouce Guide for Families" who have recently had a child diagnosed with autism is now available on our website. This document is a joint publication of Autism Ontario Simcoe County, Simcoe County Preschool Speech and Language Program, and the Children's Treatment Network. Over 45 agencies and services are listed to help parents and community partners navigate the programs and services for children with autism living in Simcoe County. Diagnosticians will now be able to direct parents to this easy to use guide.
Click below for the downloadable 'Next Steps' document:
Next Steps
Next Steps francais