Makes very little eye contact and when they do it is fleeting, often out of the corner of their eye. Likes predictability and routine and can become distressed if this does not occur. Would be described as having no fear of danger. Games may appear odd, choosing to play with unusual items such as vacuum cleaners. Does not seek attention when obviously in pain and may therefore be described as insensitive to pain.
Repeats phrases that they have heard, often in a completely wrong and inappropriate context.
They may repeat rude phrases. Would be described as liking their own company. Cuddles are not sought or wanted. May engage in the spinning of objects of be fascinated by patterns of moving light. Appears not to listen and respond to the verbal world.