my son

[richbrad]

my son is 5 years old,is absolutely obsessed with electrical ih himtems especially light bulbs,mainly functions as a 2 year old and is very destructive. does anybody know what is wrong with him.

[Kevin Kennedy, Ph.D.]

In light of that information, he will likely require a specialized setting in school. If you have not already done so, be sure to pursue the standard evaluation at school that will permit him access to specialized services in conformity with federal law.

[Kevin Kennedy, Ph.D.]

Who evaluated your son and what were the results of the evaluations?

[Kevin Kennedy, Ph.D.]

Has your son undergone a developmental evaluation? The fascination with electrical items per se, in the context of normal development, is not a worry. However, if he actually is several years behind in his development, the fascination with electrical items takes on a possibly different meaning and could indicate the presence of a developmental disorder. Ask his pediatrician to arrange a developmental evaluation.

[richbrad]

thankyou very much for your advice.

[richbrad]

he was evaluated  by a speech therapist,child phsycologist and pediatrition and the outcome was while some aspects of his behavior showed autism others didnt so they couldnt say what was wrong with,he makes good eye contact and is affectionate but doesnt fit in at school as he is so far behind .

[richbrad]

yes he has, he had a joint asessment in march and has also seen a geneticist.