High Functioning Autism

They can also have difficulty doing homework after school when they don't have the needed support during losing hours required in school.
They may have a lot of emotional breakdowns
Children may seek out, but have a difficult time, interacting with peers
Excessive talking, especially about a specific topic
Frequent one-sided conversations
Lack of interpersonal relationship skills and instincts
Inability to express their own feelings
Often verbalizes internal thoughts
Atonal, flat, lacking pitch and accent speaking style which can create challenges in understanding these children when they speak
Appearing to lack empathy
Inability to understand societal norms. Not be aware when someone is being unkind to them
May not make eye contact or, conversely, may stare at others
May not understand the concept of personal space

Poor fine motor skills
Poor handwriting skills
Heightened sensitivity and overstimulation about loud noises, bright lights, unusual textures, or strong tastes
Poor coordination
Clumsiness
Unusual body postures and gestures
Difficulties using gross motor skills, such as those needed for riding a bike, tying shoes, or buttons.
Difficulty being comfortable with tags on clothes or how socks feel on their toes.

Tremendous difficulties with changes or upsets in routine
May have one or a few very select interests that they are extremely knowledgeable about
Difficulties picking up on the subtle changes in tone, pitch, and voice that accompany regular conversation
May be unable to understand sarcasm or jokes
Lack of inborn social skills such as reading body language, taking turns talking, or having a conversation with others
Poor organizational skills

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