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Girls and ASD

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Did you know???

Statistically, boys with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) outnumber girls 4:1. However, many agree that "higher functioning" girls with ASD often get overlooked. They have been referred to as "lost girls" or "hiding in plain sight". 
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Here are a few signs to notice:

Excessive interest in specific areas (ex: unicorns, Barbie, makeup application, clothing designers, etc.)
 
  • Difficulty interpreting the thoughts, feelings, and motives of others
 
  • Separation anxiety (beyond toddlerhood, when away from her family or preferred adults/peers)
 
  • Speaks in monologue instead of engaging in a dialogue with the listener
 
  • Average to above average vocabulary
 
  • Superb long-term memory, yet poor short-term memory
 
  • Hypersensitivity to specific foods, textures, and/or sounds
 
  • May appear moody, sensitive, or depressed
 
  • May have "meltdowns" or becomes upset when things happen outside of routine or schedule
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If you have concerns that your daughter may be impacted by ASD, contact a pediatrician or psychologist with experience assessing children with Autism.

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    Crystal Sanford, M.Ed., M.A. CCC-SLP, ASDCS  is an Educational Consultant, IEP & Autism Advocate and Speech-Language Pathologist. She is also an author, international speaker, and the host of inspiring podcasts, Thriving Special Families and Thriving Autism Families! Her passion is advocating STRONG alongside all stakeholders who support the autistic student....especially fellow parents. Crystal and her team at the Sanford Autism Advocacy Group strive to empower families, schools, and community members so that the autistic student gets the education they deserve. In her free time, Crystal enjoys reading, walking/hiking a good trail, and spending time outdoors with her husband and two children in San Diego, CA.

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