Signs to look for in girls

It’s not just about the flapping. Girls with autism are hard to diagnose. Early detection through the ADOS can provide a label and refer to services to support her in the social world.

Autism in girls is very hard to diagnose. Most of these girls are great at “masking” their social deficits. Meaning they hide their challenges and copy their typical peers around them to fit in.

Here is a helpful chart of red flags to look for:

Keep in mind, a diagnosis allows the child to receive appropriate services to support her through her social world.

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