psychology homework

Differential Diagnosis – ID vs. ASD

My child can’t seem to get along with anyone

My child never hugs me 

My child runs awkwardly

My child wants to play with other kids but doesn’t seem to know how

My child avoids other children

My child hugs people too much

My child seems to be in his own world

My child throws a tantrum when she does not get her way

My child does not understand expressions like, “let’s hit the road.”

My child speaks like a much younger child

My child repeats things over and over, such as lines from a movie, that do not make sense in the situation that she’s in at the time

My child is fascinated by the vacuum cleaner but not regular toys

My child is not learning new things