💡Delayed processing is common in autistic children and can lead to a slower response time.
🔎Autistic children often have increased interests and can hyperfocus on specific topics.
Stemming is a common behavior in autistic children, helping them regulate their emotions.
😕Autistic children may have difficulty understanding social cues and body language.
🍽️Autistic children may not notice hunger until they become excessively hungry.
How can I help my child with delayed processing?
—Patience is key. Avoid yelling or repeating yourself and give them a little more time to process information.
Is increased interests a bad thing for autistic children?
—No, it's actually great! It allows them to hyperfocus and excel in their areas of interest.
Should I allow my child to stem in public?
—As long as it's not harmful, it's beneficial to let them stem. However, teaching them appropriate social behavior can help in certain situations.
How can I teach my child to understand social cues?
—Pause videos or movies to explain facial expressions and teach them to recognize emotions.
How can I ensure my child eats regularly?
—Help them snack in a healthy way and provide regular meals to avoid extreme hunger.
00:00This video discusses the 12 signs of mild autism in children.
00:12Children with delayed processing may take longer to respond or understand certain tasks.
02:30Increased interests and hyperfocus on specific topics are common in autistic children.
04:15Stemming behaviors, such as hand-flapping or twirling, help autistic children regulate their emotions.
06:40Autistic children may have difficulty understanding social cues and body language.
09:55They may not notice hunger until they become excessively hungry.
