Question 1

could my 8 month old be showing signs of autism she doesn't respond to her name has anger outbursts and stares at lights a lotstares into space also?

Accepted Answer

Autism Spectrum: Autism Spectrum Disorder -ASD is a complicated diagnosis.  The signs you are describing can be a part of ASD. Here is a website that is very helpful, The Thinking Person's Guide to Autism www.thinkingautismguide.com 
Discuss your concerns with your child's pediatrician.  The doctor can do some developmental screening in the office and might refer you for additional testing.

Question 2

i often find myself blankly staring of into space, my mind is blank when i do and i don't notice i am doing it until afterwards. why is this?

Accepted Answer

EEG: Visit a neurologist and have an exam and an EEG done. This will rule out brief seizures or periods of narcolepsy.  All the best.

Question 3

this past week i have noticed that i been staring into space a lot, it happens like 20 times throughout the day, even when im driving. thoughts?

Accepted Answer

: It is not feasible to provide an opinion without additional history, physical examination may be some tests. It would be prudent to see your doctor to see if you may be depressed. Depression is treatable. Counter-intuitive as it may seem, exercise may help. Start with low intensity exercise such as walking and gradually increase the intensity as tolerated. Drink more water. Wish you good health!

Question 4

can serotonine imbalance cause you to stare blankly into space more often?other causes of staring much more often in otherwise a healthy 25y.o. person

Accepted Answer

Not serotonin : Staring off into space is a cardinal symptom of adhd. But it can also happen for many other reasons, including auditory deficiencies, learning disabilities, seizures, disinterest, depression, boredom, but not because of a serotonin imbalance (unless you call depression a serotonin imbalance).  Please discuss with your doctor.

Question 5

hello my girls is 7 an is just started being moody will cry over anything .. tired .. staring into space ... not participating at school .. forgetting what you just asked her all sorts of things what can i do to help her?

Accepted Answer

See her doctor: You are describing clinical depression.  She may need counseling.  She may need more.  Get help asap.   And good luck.

Question 6

i have juvenile myoclonic epilepsy but i often find myself staring off into space as well. is that common with jme or not?

Accepted Answer

Yes: part of JME is having myoclonic jerks, absent seizure and tonic clinic seizures. You need to make sure you are following up with neurologist to help monitor your seizures

Question 7

hello, i have been having tremours of my whole body, numbness in my arms and legs, and pain in my arms and legs. i have also had a few occurrences of just staring off into space please help with next steps?

Accepted Answer

: Please schedule an appointment with your primary care physician and ask him/her to refer you to a neurologist who can evaluate the symptoms you have. Whole body tremors and staring in space may be part of the spectrum of symptoms for seizures. Numbness and pain in arms, legs may be related to spinal cord problems. A neurologist can sort all that out for you. Please schedule appointment ASAP.

Question 8

can some seizures cause staring into space, tachycardia, tightness in head and dim vision but no severe shaking?

Accepted Answer

Seizures : Seizures at times can present as non epileptic in nature . Would see a neurologist to be sure

Question 9

is the cure about autism found?

Accepted Answer

No: Autism is a label used for a pattern of behavioral, social and learning issues that arise from a poorly defined origin. Supportive care helps the kid over his/her lifetime and most see some improvement. However, no one treatment or group of treatments will cure this process.Ongoing research should help us understand what helps the best.

Question 10

how to get ssi for autism help?

Accepted Answer

See your PCP first.: Have your pcp refer you to a psychiatrist or psychologist to evaluate the autism then go to the social security office and apply for disability. You can get an application on line. You can contact the social security office and get help from their staff on how to fill the appropriate forms. Once the forms are submitted, they will let you you know if he is qualified

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Could my 8 month old be showing signs of autism she doesn't respond to her name has anger outbursts and stares at lights a lotstares into space also?

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I often find myself blankly staring of into space, my mind is blank when i do and i don't notice i am doing it until afterwards. why is this?

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This past week i have noticed that i been staring into space a lot, it happens like 20 times throughout the day, even when im driving. thoughts?

A member asked:

Can serotonine imbalance cause you to stare blankly into space more often?other causes of staring much more often in otherwise a healthy 25y.o. person

A member asked:

Hello my girls is 7 an is just started being moody will cry over anything .. tired .. staring into space ... not participating at school .. forgetting what you just asked her all sorts of things what can i do to help her?

A member asked:

I have juvenile myoclonic epilepsy but i often find myself staring off into space as well. is that common with jme or not?

A member asked:

Hello, i have been having tremours of my whole body, numbness in my arms and legs, and pain in my arms and legs. i have also had a few occurrences of just staring off into space please help with next steps?

A member asked:

Can some seizures cause staring into space, tachycardia, tightness in head and dim vision but no severe shaking?

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Is the cure about autism found?

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How to get ssi for autism help?

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