Some people with autism are high functioning with speech and intelligence intact while others show signs of mental retardation, become mute and have serious language delays. ... Early intervention programs that include educational programs and behavior training programs help emphasize developing language and social skills. ... Having the family work with teachers and therapists to continue education and behavior training outside of the classroom and in the home and family settings Difference in the Behaviors of Infants with and without Autism Normal Infants Communication • S...

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Researchers are investigating many theories, including the link between heredity, genetics and medical problems. ... Insistence on sameness; resistance to change Difficulty in expressing needs; uses gestures or pointing instead of words Repeating words or phrases in place of normal, responsive language Laughing, crying, showing distress for reasons not apparent to others Prefers to be alone; aloof manner Tantrums Difficulty in mixing with others May not want to cuddle or be cuddled Little or no eye contact Unresponsive to normal teaching methods Sustained odd ...

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