🗞️ By indiaherald Staff Writer
📍 National Feature | Autism Awareness Month | In Association with Pinnacleblooms.org
👩👦 “He’s Just Different.”
“She’s Always Been Like That.”
“They’ll Grow Out of It.”
We’ve heard it all.
But while you're waiting, something might be quietly growing:
- Speech delays
- Emotional meltdowns
- Social withdrawal
- Rigid patterns
- Missed connections
This Autism Awareness Month, Pinnacle® brings you the 8 signs every parent, grandparent, and teacher in india should know — before age 5.
🚨 1. Doesn’t Respond to Name by 9–12 Months
Even in quiet rooms. Even with familiar voices.
It’s not rudeness — it could be early social disengagement.
🤝 2. Doesn’t Point, Wave, or Show Things
Gestures = communication before speech.
No pointing or waving by 12–15 months? Get screened.
🗣️ 3. Delayed Speech or Only Repeats (Echolalia)
If your child says “apple” because the phone says it — not because they mean it — that’s a signal.
🧸 4. Lines Up Toys or Spins Objects for Long Periods
Pattern play that looks “cute” may be a self-stim behavior, especially if it’s obsessive or excludes others.
🙈 5. Hates Sounds, Lights, or Touch
Covers ears during claps. Refuses clothes. Screams in a barber shop.
Could be Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) — common in autism spectrum.
🧍 6. Avoids Eye Contact or Prefers Being Alone
Shy is temporary. Persistent avoidance — even with family — may be more than just introversion.
🔁 7. Gets Extremely Upset with Small Changes
Meltdown when the plate changes? Routine breaks?
These rigid behaviors often link to autism-related anxiety.
🧠 8. Has Skills That Come... Then Disappear
A child who once said “Amma” now doesn’t.
This skill regression is one of autism’s most serious red flags — and needs immediate action.
📊 What to Do If You Recognize 2 or More Signs
Don’t panic. Don’t guess.
Start with a scientific screening, not a search engine spiral.
Pinnacle® offers AbilityScore©® — India’s first patented, AI-powered, zone-based child development scoring system.
🧠 What Is AbilityScore©®?
- Scores 6 core domains: Speech, Behavior, Learning, Social, Motor, Readiness
- Ranks performance from 0–1000
- Maps zones: 🔴 red = Urgent need | 🟡 Yellow = Developing | 🟢 Green = Strong
- Backed by 19M+ sessions + powered by TherapeuticAI©®
One screening can turn your worry into clarity — and delay into direction.
🌍 This April, Let the Checklist Be Your First Step
Whether you live in: 📍 chennai | delhi | hyderabad | karimnagar | vijayawada | rajahmundry | Bangalore
…or beyond — Pinnacle® is here with:
✅ Free Autism Screening
✅ Parent-friendly reports in 16+ languages
✅ Real-time therapy plans
✅ 24x7 support via 9100 181 181
📞 Call Today. Know Today. Act Early.
📞 Pinnacle® National Autism Helpline: 9100 181 181
🌐 www.Pinnacleblooms.org
⚠️ Disclaimer
This article is intended for informational and awareness purposes only. It should not be considered a substitute for professional evaluation, diagnosis, or therapy. For expert guidance tailored to your child’s needs, please consult a qualified healthcare provider — or contact the Pinnacle® national autism helpline at 9100 181 181.
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