I honestly suspect that my baby brother (3 years-old) has fully developed many of the symptoms of autism. I'm really concerned and I want to know if he has it or not.
The reason I want to know is because I don't want him to be misinterpreted, harrassed, or mistreated later on in life. I want to know how I can help him if he has autism. I want to know if I can work with him to help him overcome his developmental issues.
I've seen and been with many, many children. I've seen babies grow up to be incredible bright, and I've also seen mentally-retarded babies. Sure, it's sad to be mentally-retarded. But to me, it's even sadder if there's nothing you can do about it.
I'm sure there's help for autistic people out there... but how do they find out if they're autistic or not? How can I get my baby brother checked out?
My mom took him to a baby language and growth thing at the hospital... and apparently, they told her that he had no problems. I asked her if we could get him checked
2006-07-23 10:41:31 · 15 answers · asked by masterdeath01 4 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
again to see if he developed any new problems. She told me that she doesn't want to do it again "because it's demeaning to the kids... the way they test them." She also said, "I don't want to see them treat my son like that again..."
How can I convince her to even CONSIDER help?
I don't want to see my brother suffer because of my mom's decision. I need advice. :-(
2006-07-23 10:48:44 · update #1
To get a diagnosis of autistic spectrum disorder, he has to see a psychologist. When you say symptoms, do you mean not looking you in the eye, or playing with things that are round or spins, so much so that that is all he does, or possibly, does not try to intialize conversation or even know when there is a conversation started because he is in his own world, does he use repetitive hand motions, or hurt himself. All of these are an indication of autism, and to get the diagnosis of autism, the child has to see a psychologist. There can be other things wrong with him also that look like autism but are wrong in the body. Asperger's or fragile x syndrome also have the same symptoms but a disease not a problem with the brain. If you are still concerned, tell your mother that all it is is a psychological evaluation which the child plays and the mother answers the questions. There is no invasion.
2006-07-23 15:47:42 · answer #1 · answered by betterbegood_to_me 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In addition to what's been said here... early intervention to autism can make a huge difference in the outcome for the child. as soon as different types of learning tools and other interventions for an autistic child can be started, generally the more adapted and functional the child ends up.
By three your brother should be using 2 and three word phrases. As previously mentioned, not noticing the world around him, speech problems or total lack of speech, spinning, staring at objects for long periods of time, lack of eye contact can all be signs. I would print out something from the internet that has a list of signs and show your mom. Remind her of the importance of early treatment. Good luck!
2006-07-23 17:09:03 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try to get a referral to a neurologist or a developmental pediatrician. A regular pediatrician may have only received a very slight amount of info or outdated info about autism. Also many of the strategies used to treat autism can be done even without him being diagnosed. Read the ME book by Lovaas. It is actually called "Teaching developmentally disabled children". It used to be available through pro-ed in Austin TX.
Also check out RDI or relationship development intervention. They have a lot of info available for free online.
Before you do anything, pray.
2006-07-26 17:06:27 · answer #3 · answered by unicorn 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
My son is a special needs child and I'm very grateful that I got him the help he needed right away (he's 3), there's many places where you can go to get him properly diagnosed. There's Regional center or even his pediatrician. My son has Fragile X syndrome which is very similar to autism, it is the leading cause of mental retardation in males. The sooner you get him help the better so don't wait any longer. Regional Center will come to your house and watch him "play" it is actually a pleaseant experience for the kids. I strongly recommend you call them.
2006-07-23 10:51:35 · answer #4 · answered by jan 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You should contact Birth to Three. If he is already three years old then he is too old for services but they can refer you to someone who can help.
The first step is seeing a neurologist. You would have to fully explain the symptoms he is having. Is he able to speak? What are some of his mannerisms?
My son is 6 and has autism. He was not diagnosed until he was 4 years old. Sometimes you have to see several people before you get an answer. Please email me if I can help in any way.
2006-07-23 10:46:26 · answer #5 · answered by Angel 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have an autistic son, your brother needs to be evaluated by a neurologist, a lot of psychiatrists and therapists are not up to date on autism and a early diagnosis is important. Ask your doctor or pediatrician to refer you to one.
2006-07-26 04:08:12 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk to your doctor about it. Don't isolate the kid but definitely consider home-schooling or a smaller private school. Look into potential therapy for your son. Definitely don't tell anyone who doesn't need to know-just teachers, doctor, therapist, and family. Visit http://www.autism-society.org which is a great resource.
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