Parent to Parent for Autism
AUTISM AFFECTS
- 1 IN 88 CHILDREN
- 1 IN 54 BOYS
Know your options
Learn about:
- Academy for Autism (8 week course for parents or caregivers)
- Family services in our center
- Community Resources
- Mentoring Program
- Tips for Families
As a parent‚ it’s important to keep track of your child’s progress and watch for typical developmental milestones along the way. These are some “red flags” that your child should be screened to ensure that he/she is on the right developmental path. If your baby shows any of these signs, please ask your pediatrician or family practitioner for an immediate evaluation:
- No big smiles or other warm‚ joyful expressions by six months or thereafter
- No back-and-forth sharing of sounds, smiles, or other facial expressions by nine months or thereafter
- No babbling by 12 months
- No back-and-forth gestures, such as pointing, showing, reaching, or waving by 12 months
- No words by 16 months
- No two-word meaningful phrases (without imitating or repeating) by 24 months
- Any loss of speech or babbling or social skills at any age
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We welcome parents of a child with Autism to learn about family services and resources available in our community. Meet other parents that are wiling to share their experiences and provide emotional support.
For more information contact Adriana LoPiccolo (915) 544-8484 ext. 119 or adriana.lopiccolo@pdnchildrens.org
