WHAT ARE THE EARLY SIGNS OF AUTISM? Poor eye contact No response to name, sounds, or voices No one or two word communication Persistent repetition of words or phrases Resistance to minor changes in routine Preference of solitude Difficulty understanding other people's feelings IS YOUR CHILD SHOWING SIGNS OF AUTISM? If you suspect your child may have autism, schedule an appointment with your pediatrician. O Your pediatrician will evaluate your child and refer you to a psychologist for further diagnostic testing. When you schedule an appointment with a psychologist, request they perform CARS or ADOS testing on your child. If a psychologist diagnoses your child with autism, research ABA providers in your area. ABA is proven to be the most effective therapy for the treatment of autism. 5 At Lighthouse Autism Center in Plymouth and Warsaw, we are here every step of the way: from finding a psychologist to navigating insurance and everything in between. Let us help. Contact us at 574-387-4313 or visit our website at www.lighthouseautismcenter.com. Lighthouse AUTISM CENTER WHAT ARE THE EARLY SIGNS OF AUTISM? Poor eye contact No response to name, sounds, or voices No one or two word communication Persistent repetition of words or phrases Resistance to minor changes in routine Preference of solitude Difficulty understanding other people's feelings IS YOUR CHILD SHOWING SIGNS OF AUTISM? If you suspect your child may have autism, schedule an appointment with your pediatrician. O Your pediatrician will evaluate your child and refer you to a psychologist for further diagnostic testing. When you schedule an appointment with a psychologist, request they perform CARS or ADOS testing on your child. If a psychologist diagnoses your child with autism, research ABA providers in your area. ABA is proven to be the most effective therapy for the treatment of autism. 5 At Lighthouse Autism Center in Plymouth and Warsaw, we are here every step of the way: from finding a psychologist to navigating insurance and everything in between. Let us help. Contact us at 574-387-4313 or visit our website at www.lighthouseautismcenter.com. Lighthouse AUTISM CENTER