BEHAVIORS

Short attention span, especially for non-preferred tasks

Hyperactivity, which may be physical, verbal, and/or emotional

Impulsivity, which may manifest as recklessness

Fidgeting or restlessness

Disorganization and difficulty prioritizing tasks

Poor time management and time blindness

Frequent mood swings and emotional dysregulation

Forgetfulness and poor working memory

Trouble multitasking and executive dysfunction

Inability to control anger or frustration

Trouble completing tasks and frequent procrastination

Distractibility

Difficulty awaiting turn

Taking turns

Learning to identify emotions

Express empathy

Working with another person to accomplish a goal 

Regulating emotions

Listening when someone is speaking

Following directions

Respect personal space

Maintaining basic personal hygiene

Making eye contact

Using manners in common situations

Acceptance of differences

Little or no response engagement attempts

Vocabulary is not developing 

Difficulty creating and maintaining
eye contact 

A preference for solitude

Regression with previously established babbling, speech, or social skills

Impaired or delayed language development

Trouble empathizing with others’ feelings

Difficulty in managing changes to routine 

Echolalia – persistently repeating words, phrases, or sounds without meaning 

Limited or very specific interests. 

Stimming – Repetitive behaviors such as rocking, spinning, or flapping 

Extreme sensitivity or sensory input – smells, tastes, sounds, light, and color