What you may be noticing
Any one of these can have many explanations. Patterns over time, across settings, and their impact on daily life matter more than a single behavior.
Later language development
Differences in play or interaction
Motor coordination challenges
Difficulty with everyday self-care
Loss of previously acquired skills
Concerns across more than one developmental area
Important context
If a child loses skills or you have urgent medical concerns, contact the child's healthcare professional promptly.
Evaluations commonly considered
The most appropriate evaluation depends on the questions you want answered. These are common pathways, not prescriptions.
Developmental Evaluation
A broad assessment of early development, including communication, movement, play, learning, social interaction, and everyday skills.
Learn moreAutism Evaluation
A close look at social communication, behavior, development, and everyday functioning.
Learn moreWhat to gather before calling
A short timeline of concernsSchool or childcare observationsRelevant health and developmental historyPrior reports or intervention recordsYour three most important questionsExamples of strengths as well as difficulties