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6 Early Symptoms Parents Should Know
The earliest signs of autism in a 2-year-old often include: Limited eye contact Not responding to their name Delayed or lost speech Reduced pointing or sharing of interests Repetitive behaviors (such as hand-flapping or intense focus on specific objects) These signs can affect how a child communicates, connects socially, and responds to their environment. Recognizing […]
Signs of Autism at 12 Months: What Parents May Notice Early
Table of Contents Should my 12-month-old be pointing or waving? It can start as a quiet worry. Your baby just turned one, but something feels different. Other toddlers at the park point at dogs or wave goodbye—your child doesn’t. You call their name, but they don’t look up. There’s little babbling, and eye contact feels […]
Why Isn’t My Toddler Talking Yet? 4 Steps Every Parent Should Take Early
Why Isn’t My Toddler Talking Yet? Parents often ask, “Why isn’t my toddler talking yet?” expecting a simple answer. In reality, language development sits on a spectrum. Some toddlers are considered “late talkers,” a term used by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association to describe children with delayed speech but otherwise typical development. While some may catch […]
New Data Show that Fixing Ribs Early Can Save Lives – Coalition for National Trauma Research
Rib fractures are a common injury after trauma, but when multiple ribs are broken—or when the chest wall becomes unstable (a condition known as flail chest)—the consequences can be serious. Patients may struggle to breathe, require prolonged ventilation, or develop life-threatening lung complications. A new nationwide study published in the Journal of Trauma and Acute […]
Eleanor Maccoby, PhD (1917-2018): Early Pioneer in Gender Studies and Child Development
Eleanor Maccoby was born in 1917 into a world in which biology was assumed to explain the differences between males and females and the effects of culture, parenting and gender roles on human development were poorly understood. She also had to overcome gender bias that made it difficult for women to be accepted into scientific […]
Early Signs of Autism – ABA Speech
Our children are precious. Our students are loved. We want the best for them no matter what, but what happens if you start to notice behavior that you aren’t sure about? Could it be autism is a question many caregivers ask. An autism diagnosis can be a bit overwhelming, but knowing the early signs of […]
5 Ways Early Autism Interventions Transforms Lives
Autism, a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by challenges in social interaction, communication, and repetitive behaviors, affects millions of individuals worldwide. While each person with autism is unique, early intervention has proven to be a powerful tool in breaking barriers and transforming lives. In this article, we explore how early intervention can make a profound difference in […]