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Hello- my son is 3 1/2 years old. he has a signifacant speech delay and seems to tune people out. are these signs of autism?
17 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Maybe: Both are features but kids who struggle with communication may try to avoid situations where people are likely to try to engage them in conversation. I would have the kids doc do an autism screening or you can find some online & fill them out.Then proceed to your pcp and find how to get local help.
Answered 9/29/2014
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Possibly: They are non-specific signs of several possible things . Start with his pediatrician and a hearing and speech and language evaluation now early intervention for this is optimal.
Answered 5/12/2016
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All good answers. : "speech" = motor aspect of pronunciation. "language" = both comprehension of spoken words (receptive) & verbalization of thoughts (expressive). Call your local school district's child find team to assess all areas of your son's development & evaluate for autism to determine his eligibility for early childhood special education. Firstsigns.Org has screening tests for both. Please don't delay.
Answered 9/29/2014
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Get hearing tested: Before considering autism make sure you have his hearing tested.
Answered 7/1/2015
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