Welcome to "Spotting Autism: Identifying Key Traits." In this insightful episode, we unveil five simple yet crucial traits to help listeners recognize potential signs of autism spectrum disorder in themselves or others.

Hosted by Dan, who shares his personal insights as someone living with Autism, ADHD, and OCD, this podcast aims to empower listeners with the knowledge to identify and understand autism spectrum disorder.

Through engaging discussions and expert commentary, we explore the following five key traits commonly associated with autism:

1. Social communication difficulties: We discuss challenges in social interaction and communication, such as difficulty maintaining eye contact, engaging in reciprocal conversations, and understanding nonverbal cues.

2. Repetitive behaviors and interests: We examine the presence of repetitive movements, routines, and fixations on specific topics or objects, which are common characteristics of autism spectrum disorder.

3. Sensory sensitivities: We highlight heightened sensitivities to sensory stimuli, such as sounds, textures, or lights, experienced by many individuals with autism and their impact on daily life.

4. Difficulty with transitions and changes: We explore challenges in adapting to new situations, routines, or changes in the environment, which can lead to anxiety or distress for individuals with autism.

5. Delayed or atypical development: We discuss delays or differences in developmental milestones, such as speech and language development, motor skills, or social-emotional development, that may raise concerns for autism spectrum disorder.

Whether you're a parent, educator, caregiver, or ally seeking to deepen your understanding of autism spectrum disorder, this episode offers valuable insights and practical guidance for recognizing potential signs of autism.

Join us in "Spotting Autism: Identifying Key Traits" as we strive to promote awareness, understanding, and acceptance for individuals on the autism spectrum.