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Does My Child Have ADHD, a Speech Delay or Autism? Classic Rebroadcast

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We are taking a look back at Episode 32 on our Classic Rebroadcast series. Nearly 4 years later and I am still often getting questions on how to know if it’s ADHD, a speech delay, or autism?

Autism Signs in Babies

I cover the three steps from my free guide: Is it Autism, ADHD, “Just” a Speech Delay, or Typical Toddler Tantrums? Whether it’s autism or not isn’t as important as being an engaged caregiver who knows and understands the developmental needs of their child.

Step 1: Know Developmental Milestones

It is your job as the parent or caregiver to know and track the development of your child. Become familiar with the milestones your child should be meeting by what age. Are they on track? How far off track are they? Are there other medical or environmental obstacles at play?

Step 2: Seek Evaluations, Assessments, and Screenings

Contact your pediatrician, and make a sick visit. You don’t have to wait until your next well visit to talk to your pediatrician about your concerns. Especially when there usually isn’t a visit between the ages of 2 and 3. You can also contact early intervention, Birth – 3 if you’re US based. Receiving standardized assessments will help you when getting an appointment with a developmental pediatrician for an autism screening.

Step 3: Learn about ABA

ABA is Applied Behavior Analysis and whether your child receives a diagnosis of autism or not, ABA can be extremely helpful in turning any behavioral or developmental concerns around. ABA is not only for kids with autism, it is a science that can help any kid or adult.

Autism Denial

I also touch on autism denial, as I am very open with my own denial when my husband suspected autism from my son Lucas. Autism denial is very common, especially in two-parent households where one is ready to get to work and the other just kind of shuts down. You have to pull yourself out of it if you are experiencing this denial. Seek support in my online courses and communities and don’t waste any time helping your child.

After listening to this episode whether it’s your first time hearing it or you heard it when it first aired in 2019, check back next week for our top 5 questions related to this really important topic.

Does my child have ADHD, a speech delay, or autism? Classic Rebroadcast

You’ll Learn

  • What steps can you take when you’re seeing signs of autism?
  • How do you know if your child has autism, ADHD, or speech delay?
  • Is it autism or toddler tantrums?
  • Three steps for understanding your child’s development.
  • Can ABA work if your child doesn’t have autism?

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