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  1. Autism & the Eyes - Stimming, Tics, Eye Contact, and …

    • Learn how autism affects eye movements, facial features, vision problems, and social interactions. Find out how to diagnose and treat autism-related eye issues with eye evaluations, therapy, glasses, an… See more

    Can You Diagnose Autism by Paying Attention to A Child’S eyes?

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    Common Vision Problems in People with Autism

    Eye contact is a challenge for autistic people. Moreover, holding still, focusing on one object, and coordinating their peripheral and central vision are daily struggles. … See more

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    Treatment Options to Help People with Autism Improve Their Vision

    The most common vision remedies for autism are the following: 1. Eye evaluations.Experts ensure that the eyes are healthy and functioning correctly and that no oth… See more

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  1. Autistic eyes can exhibit the following characteristics123:
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    Autism interrupts the eye-to-eye connection. Further, ASD disrupts the brain’s ability to respond appropriately and accurately in social situations. This makes those with ASD less likely to make eye contact.
    www.visioncenter.org/resources/autism-eyes/
    What Does 'Autism Eyes' Mean? Autism Eyes' is a colloquial term that sometimes refers to the unique eye contact or gaze associated with individuals on the autism spectrum. This term can encompass: - Unusual Eye Contact: Either avoiding eye contact or engaging in intense staring.
    www.connectncareaba.com/the-autistic-stare
    Crossed eyes, lazy eye and eye movement disorders are common in children on the autistic spectrum. Poor integration of peripheral and central vision Those with autism are found to ignore peripheral vision and remain fixated on a central point of focus for long periods of time.
    www.optometrists.org/childrens-vision/vision-thera…
    Previous studies have linked changes in retinal nerves with altered brain structures, and from there to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The evidence suggests the eye really is a window to the brain, via the interconnectedness of the central nervous system.
    www.sciencealert.com/a-hidden-pattern-in-children…
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