What Are The Signs Of Autism?

Abnormal Facial Expressions

Abnormal facial expressions can also be a sign of autism. Inexplicable expressions can also occur in a variety of other neurodivergent conditions including attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and certain psychotic disorders. Neurotypical people sometimes mistakenly think the abnormal facial expressions are a sign of disinterest, inappropriate emotional responses, or predatory behavior. But this is not true at all. Like with inflection in speech, individuals with autism sometimes struggle to use facial expressions to communicate. They may have flat and removed expressions, or they might seem excited or unhappy about news that doesn't warrant that reaction. Many individuals with autism talk about how they practiced mimicking other people's facial expressions as children so they'd stop seeming weird. If a child has a strange facial expression for a conversation, it's possible they're trying to imitate their neurotypical peers for acceptance. Individuals with autism should never be demonized for not emoting the way neurotypical people do, and should be allowed to express feelings and thoughts in the way that feels most comfortable to them.

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