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Autism & Asperger's Syndrome (Expert Forum)
does my 3yr old have autism?
Answered by
Myrna Libby, Ph.D., BCBA - Developmental Disabi, autism
The New England Center for Children
Southborough - MA
Questions in the Autism & Asperger's Syndrome forum are answered by researchers at the New England Center for Children. Topics covered include Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Antisocial Personality Disorder, Asperger Syndrome, Autism, blindness, bullying, clinical depression, deafness, dyslexia, mental retardation, and social alienation.
does my 3yr old have autism?
by shanney, Jan 07, 2008 08:39AM
My Son is 3yrs old he is a happy , extremely affectionate , adjusted
little boy.He started daycare 4months ago and they recommend
we have him checked for autism.We found out his ears were plugged
and he couldnt hear , which was causing his lack of speech.But
they still want him tested because he likes to play by himself .What do you think?
little boy.He started daycare 4months ago and they recommend
we have him checked for autism.We found out his ears were plugged
and he couldnt hear , which was causing his lack of speech.But
they still want him tested because he likes to play by himself .What do you think?
Doctor's Answer
by Myrna Libby, Ph.D., BCBA, Jan 08, 2008 08:46AM
, Jan 08, 2008 08:46AM
To: Shanney
My think you should get more information from the providers about behaviors they are concerned about. Does he always play alone and does he do other things that they think are indicators of autism? You mention that he had speech delays; since his ears were treated is he talking like a typical 3 year old? If you are concerned at all I would pursue a diagnostic evaluation; if interventions are needed they are best started when a child is young. I would start by talking to his pediatrician; if that person is not experienced with autism then I would ask for a second pediatric opinion.
