Social Impairments: Which apply to
those with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

1. Children who are affectionate do not have Autism Spectrum Disorder.
2. Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder:
1. Prefer to talk about what they are interested in.
2. Are socially appropriate.
3. Prefer to be by themselves.
4. Engage in joint attention.
5. Prefer adults.
6. Become more social.
7. Share their interests.
8. Do not share their enjoyment and achievements.
9. Have limited facial expressions.
10. Know what the listener needs to know.
11. Do not realize that we have thoughts and feelings separate from theirs.
12. Prefer children younger than themselves.
13. Will talk about what you are interested in.