Article: Autistic children may not develop friendships with peers. They may want to form friendships but not know how, or they may not really care. They sometimes struggle with understanding and reacting to others' feelings. Autistic children may not want to join group activities, either because it's hard or because they aren't interested. Autistic children may be unusual in terms of personal space: some may resist touch or not understand personal space. Another symptom of autism is when a child does not respond to being comforted by others when they are distressed. Autistic children may feel uncomfortable with eye contact. They may have a flat facial expression, or exhibit exaggerated experiences. Autistic children may not understand or respond to other's non-verbal cues. Autistic people may not use gestures or have trouble interpreting when others use gestures. Autistic children often don't point to objects or respond to others pointing. Children who do not develop speech or have delayed speech may be autistic. Autistic children who are verbal may use a flat or monotone voice. Some autistic kids use echolalia, or the repetition of words and phrases, to communicate and focus. Reversing pronouns (using "you" instead of "I") is another common trait of children who have ASD. Many autistic people don't understand jokes, sarcasm, or teasing. Some autistic people may develop speech later, or not at all. They can live happy and functional lives, using alternative communication such as typing, sign language, or picture exchange. Early intervention can help an autistic child learn how to use these tools. Fascination with one topic, like computer games or license plates, may indicate autism. Autistic people become fascinated with particular subject areas, studying them passionately and sharing information with anyone who will listen (enthusiastically or not). Autistic people often become fascinated with memorizing categorized facts and figures. " Autistic people's emotional development differs from the development of their peers, and this may result in them liking different things. Don't be surprised if a 12-year-old reads classical literature for fun and watches cartoons for young children. They may be both "behind" and "ahead" in some respects. Autistic children tend to play differently than other children do, focusing more on systematizing than on imaginary play. They may show unusual aptitude with STEM-type toys. Autistic kids may fixate on a part of a toy, such as the wheels. One sign of autism is lining up toys in different patterns. Ordering things does not necessarily indicate a lack of imagination. Autistic children may have intense inner worlds that are not easily detected by adults. Many autistic children have Sensory Processing Disorder, a condition in which their senses may be hypersensitive, or hyposensitive. Children with Sensory Processing Disorder may become overwhelmed easily when they are overstimulated. Notice if your child hides from loud things (e.g. the vacuum cleaner), wants to leave events early, has trouble concentrating when there are distractions, is constantly active, or gets upset in loud or crowded areas. Some autistic children react strangely to strong smells, bright colors, unusual textures, and specific noises. Children with Sensory Processing Disorder will often have meltdowns or act out when they are over stimulated. Others may withdraw. Meltdowns appear similar to tantrums, but they are not thrown on purpose, and cannot be suppressed once they have begun. They occur when bottled-up stress explodes to the surface. Sometimes they are triggered by sensory overload. Many autistic children need routines in order to feel secure, and will become very distressed if the routine is disrupted. For example, your daughter might insist on sitting in the same chair at dinner each night or she might insist on eating her foods in a particular order. Many autistic people follow specific routines or rituals when they are playing or doing certain tasks, and autistic children may become very upset by changes in this routine. While all children can do rude or inappropriate things, autistic people will do them more frequently, and act surprised and apologetic when told so. This is because autistic people don't learn social norms as easily, and may need to be taught explicitly what is appropriate and inappropriate. Autism is a complex disability that affects every person differently. Here are some examples of symptoms that some autistic people have: Hyperactivity (this may come and go) Impulsivity Short attention span Aggression Self-injury Temper tantrums or meltdowns Unusual eating or sleeping habits Unusual mood or emotional reactions Lack of fear or extreme fear of harmless situations Distinct facial features. In a 2011 issue of Molecular Autism, researchers found out that autistic children have distinct differences in facial characteristics. The study found they had wider eyes, and a "broader upper face," compared with typically developing children. Abnormal lung airways. In 2013, a study was published in the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, claiming that "Bronchoscopic evaluations revealed that some children have double branching of bronchi (designated "doublets") in the lower lungs airways, rather than normal, single branching. Retrospective analyses revealed only one commonality in them: all subjects with doublets also had autism or autism spectrum disorder (ASD)."
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Observe your child's interaction with others. Notice the child's nonverbal communication. Pay attention to your child's verbal communication. Determine whether your child has passionate special interests. Consider whether your child's interests are considered "age-appropriate. Watch how they play. Pay attention to how your child reacts to sensory stimuli. Take note of meltdowns. Examine your child's routine. Watch for social mistakes. Keep watch for other symptoms.
Article: Find a location where there is no danger of dampness. An indoor location like a shed or hayloft or shaded outdoor region works. Avoid areas with little airflow, such as garages, and never dry them in a basement. Check your drying pumpkin seeds daily and turn them so they dry evenly on both sides. Do not leave your seeds in clumps. They will not dry thoroughly and this might cause mold to develop. Air-drying is the most effective and safest method of drying, but also the most time-consuming. Pour all of your seeds in an envelope or paper bag and store them somewhere cool and dry. If you can't find a suitable location, place in them in the refrigerator. Discard any seeds with mold and mildew.
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Air-dry your seeds in a cool, dry place for at least 1 month. Store your dried seeds in a paper bag or envelope until roasting or planting.