What are the core symptoms of autism?

The core symptoms of autism typically include challenges with social interaction, communication differences, and repetitive behaviours or restricted interests. These may appear as difficulty understanding social cues, delayed speech or language skills, repetitive movements (like hand-flapping), or intense focus on specific topics. Some children may also have difficulties adapting to changes in routine or experience strong sensory preferences. Each person with autism is unique, and the intensity of symptoms can vary widely across the spectrum.

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