Hello. I am here from D13 but I'm hoping that someone might be able to help me here regarding my 3yo nephew. He has many signs that point toward him having ASD, minimal eye contact, doesn't respond to his name, says only a few words. At his bday party he had no interest in opening his presents and didn't seem to understand that it was for him. How can I respectfully suggest that they get an evaluation? I would think their pedi would've considered this but they have done nothing in regards to these signs. They had tubes, tonsils and adenoids removed and think his speech is delayed because he couldn't hear. Is it possible that is the case here? 3 years old seems like an age where there should be more development in his ability to talk and interact. Thank you in advance for your input.
Re: Gentle/Respectful way to suggest eval?
Malakai - 8.3.09
Ezra - 12.1.11 ASD
We didn't discuss anything with family until e got his dx...
Malakai - 8.3.09
Ezra - 12.1.11 ASD
Just no.
Malakai - 8.3.09
Ezra - 12.1.11 ASD
Frankly you sound like a nosey and critical/controlling sister. Its none of your business what is going on with their child, keep your nose on your own child.
Your worried that the boy isnt getting enough stimulation? Why dont you offer some babysitting or take him out for the day?
No, just sounds like you want to make critical suggestions on something that is none of your darn business.
Equally as hard is when family says (after a diagnosis) that "he is just fine". Ugh
Malakai - 8.3.09
Ezra - 12.1.11 ASD
The risk/benefit here isn't good enough to be worth it personally.