Ethan 21 months-before autism diagnosis

This is my son Ethan. He is 21 months.

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[SuuupaSugoi]

To all of the parents who think their kid might have autism: Have them checked out by a competent pediatrician ASAP. The earlier therapy starts the better the outcome.

[ethansmommy0309]

@SuuupaSugoi Absolutely!!!

[ashfaiz1925]

when he wants something he'll just go "ah ah ah " and stare at it. Also, when we call his name when he is watching tv or playing something he totally ignores us and again im not sure if thats our fault. He does tip toe sometimes and he bangs his head when he gets mad. Did ur son show any head-banging at 20 months? We are so confused and seriously thinking of getting him diagnosed soon just to gain some reassurance of what is really going on. Please reply asap, thank you and God Bless!

[ethansmommy0309]

@ashfaiz1925 My son is not self-injurious. When he gets mad or frustrated he lashes out at others, head-butting, hitting, pinching, biting, scratching. If you have ANY questions, for your peace of mind, have him evaluated. I truly believe early intervention is the key!



[RoRo976]

What suspicions did you have that he might have autism? My wife gets upset with me when I ask her if we can have our 2 year old diagnosed. I just worry for him and want to get him treatment right away if he does have autism. Hope all is well and Ethan seems like a very wonderful boy. Godspeed!

[ethansmommy0309]

@RoRo976 My concerns with Ethan Started probably around 18 months with him not saying any words at all, he didn't point for anything, didn't interact with us at all, didn't try to get our attention, poor eye contact-didn't try to communicate in any way at all. He would pace back and forth or wander around the house aimlessly. He was only interested in cars and and things that rolled, he would just sit and spin the wheels.

He just completed 3 months of ABA and has gained 12 months of skills!!

[Gooodwitch]

i say don't sweat it. kids probably do better w/out drugs and shrinks unless it is blatantly obvious they need special help. Keep them off sugar and processed garbage foods and for God's sake don't get them vaccinated.

[jodee934]

I have read in different articles that television viewing for infants and toddlers can lead to autism and other disorders like ADD. I haven't tried to verify this information or validate the studies because I already believe personally that babies and toddlers should not be exposed to television, but I wanted to pass along the info incase it might lead someone else to research it and help their child.

[TMBLyrics]

@liziya86 children with autism often don't respond to their name being called, and he never does, according to this video.

[mrrulaz88]

Ashfaiz I'm with you my 24mnth kid is doing the same

[mrrulaz88]

How is he doing now?

[liziya86]

to tell you the truth i dont see noting wrong with hem