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Kaitlin, Age 6



characteristics

  • Speech
    develops slowly or not at all
    uses words without attaching meaning to them
    repeats certain words

  • Social Interaction
    chooses to be alone
    does not use cues, such as eye contact or smiles, to connect

  • Play
    may be interested in only one specific object
    may not participate in spontaneous or pretend game

  • Sensitivity to Pain and Sounds
    may be very sensitive to touch and noise or may not react at all

  • Need for Sameness
    may repeat the same motions
    may expect the same routine in every detail of the day

  • Peak Skills
    may show extraordinary talent in areas such as math, music, or art