Autism Spectrum Disorder Vs. Social (Pragmatic) Communication Disorder

Question 1

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Answer 1

Will show up at an early age between 0-5. Screenings are getting better at catching it early. Deficiency in social communication and interactions. for babies not making eye contact. Child would not have a lot of companion play or limited. Stereotype repetitive behaviors. (Repetitive speech, hand flapping, hard time with transitions. obsessed with a particular topic. hyper/hypo sensitivity to sensory input.)

Question 2

Social (Pragmatic) Communication Disorder

Answer 2

You only have impaired social communication. no repetitive behavior.