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Have you ever noticed that autistic people tend to look younger than their actual age? 🤔 It’s not just your imagination - studies have actually shown that this is a real phenomenon! 🧐 While the reasons behind this are not yet fully understood, it is thought that some of the genetic and developmental factors that contribute to autism may also slow down the aging process in some way. 👶🏻👧🏻👦🏻 Whatever the reason, it’s just another reminder that appearances can be deceiving and that we should

Autism varies immensely from child to child. However, here are some signs that parents can look for at various phases of development. For more information on this topic, visit our blog: https://goo.gl/fALg7f | Autism Treatment Center of America