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my son is 2 years old and only says a few words he has lost a lot of words, his tantrums are non stop and can last for 20 minutes . he says ba for anything he wants which i have to guess. opens and shuts doors and spi.zin circles can you help
Hi,
You haven't given that much information and so it's hard to advise. However, it's always a cause for concern when a toddler loses language. Have you spoken to your pediatrician? Probably part of his tantrums are related to the frustration of not being able to express his wants and needs. Some might also be from sensory overload. It appears he has some sensory needs by the spinning etc.
Have you taken the MCHAT test? If not you can find it here http://www.nlconcepts.com/autism-mchat.htm
I would also suggest reading this article called "How do you know if your child has autism?" You can download it here http://www.nlconcepts.com/autism-howdoyouknow.htm
I'm not sure how early intervention works in the UK. Make a list of all your concerns and make an appointment with your pediatrician. Ask for guidance on the steps you need to take for getting your son evaluated.
I wish you the best of luck.
Jene Aviram
http://www.nlconcepts.com
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Jene Aviram
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How do you know if your child has autism? If you're concerned about your child's behavior and would like to know if they're symptoms of autism, I can help you. If you need behavior and parenting strategies, I have many suggestions and ideas to help you. I can also help you with questions on ABA therapy. I cannot answer biomedical questions.
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I am one of the co-founders of Natural Learning Concepts, a manufacturing company for autism and special education materials. I am an author and writer and my work on the autism spectrum is frequently published by many organizations and renowned magazines. My son has Aspergers and my nephew has autism.
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Autism/Aspergers Digest
Autism Society of America
Autism Today Issue
Spirit Magazine
The Autism Perspective Magazine
Yahoo News
Parenting Magazine
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My original background and education is computer network engineering. A turn of events led me to switch careers in early 2000 when my passion and driving force became helping people on the autism spectrum. I then co-founded a successful company that helps people on the autism spectrum every day.
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