About Autism
​Understanding a complex condition that benefits from expert care.
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) encompasses various neurodevelopmental disorders. ASD children face challenges in brain development, impacting social interaction, communication, and emotional regulation. While some display repetitive behaviors and resistance, others boast above-average IQs and remarkable academic prowess.
A Different Way of Being
Children with ASD often process, socialize, and behave differently than their typically developing peers. Every child showcases distinct challenges, abilities, and assets, leading to a highly individualized experience with the disorder. Although no definitive cause or cure for autism exists, early intervention can significantly influence a child's development.
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At Evolve Behavioral, we employ the evidence-based methods of ABA therapy to effect meaningful behavioral improvements.
Signs of Autism
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Avoids or does not keep eye contact
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Does not respond to name by 9 months of age
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Does not show facial expressions like happy, sad, angry, and surprised by 9 months of age
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Does not play simple interactive games like pat-a-cake by 12 months of age
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Uses few or no gestures by 12 months of age (for example, does not wave goodbye)
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Does not share interests with others by 15 months of age (for example, shows you an object that they like)
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Does not point to show you something interesting by 18 months of age
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Does not notice when others are hurt or upset by 24 months of age
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Does not notice other children and join them in play by 36 months of age
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Does not pretend to be something else, like a teacher or superhero, during play by 48 months of age
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Does not sing, dance, or act for you by 60 months of age