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7 Signs of Autism in Men

7 Signs of Autism in Men

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Autism From The Inside

Video Summary

  • The video discusses the seven outward signs of autism in men, based on the DSM-5 diagnostic criteria.
  • The first section focuses on deficits in social communication and interaction, including social-emotional reciprocity, nonverbal communication difficulties, and challenges in relationship management.
  • The second section covers restricted interests and behavior, such as stereotyped or repetitive motor movements, insistence on sameness and routines, and highly restricted fixated interests.
  • The video also mentions hyper or hypo reactivity to sensory input as a common characteristic in individuals with autism.
  • The speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding and recognizing these signs, but cautions against trying to convince someone that they are on the spectrum without their own self-discovery.
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Dr. Kenneth Roberson

Dr. Kenneth Roberson is an Adult Autism Psychologist in San Francisco with over 30 years of experience. Click below to ask a question or schedule an appointment.

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