Is it a speech delay or autism? [Learn the KEY differences and how autism is diagnosed]

In this video you will learn 3 key differences between speech delay and autism. One of the most common questions I hear from parents is about the difference between a speech delay and autism, and how to know if their child qualifies for a diagnosis of autism.

In this video I will teach you 3 key differences between a speech delay (or language delay) and autism. Plus, I will talk about how to schedule an evaluation to either diagnose or rule out speech delay and autism. By the end of this video you’ll be equipped with information and resources to help you support your child’s development.

TIMESTAMPS
0:32 Criteria for speech or language delay diagnosis
1:07 Criteria for autism diagnosis
2:45 Developing skills in order versus out of order
3:30 Incorrect diagnosis?
4:50 Evaluations to qualify for either a speech/language delay or autism
6:33 A reminder for parents


MENTIONED LINKS:
🧩 Autism Characteristics Checklist - https://www.toddlertalk.com/autism-ch...
🔗 Toddler Talk Blog - Learn more about autism evaluations - https://toddlertalk.com/blog/criteria...
🔗 Toddler Talk Blog - Learn more about speech and language evaluations - https://toddlertalk.com/blog/speech-a...


🧑‍⚕️ CDC Early Intervention Website - Get connected with programs that offer toddler evaluations in your state - https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/p...
🧩 Autism Speaks - Trustworth resource for learning about autism - https://www.autismspeaks.org/
🔗 CDC Website with links for parents wanting to learn more about autism - https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/autism/lin...


MY FREE ONLINE RESOURCES
🚦 Getting Started - 3 ways to impact your child’s milestones at home - NEW FREE mini-course! - https://courses.toddlertalk.com/offer...
🚀 Free Lesson - Get Started With The #1 At Home Speech Strategy - ** Now available on our blog! https://toddlertalk.com/blog/focused-...
🧩 Autism Characteristics Checklist - https://www.toddlertalk.com/autism-ch...
🎙 Toddler Pronunciation Guide (available at end of blog post) - https://www.toddlertalk.com/blog/my-t...


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🎤 The Toddler Talk Pronunciation Course - The Toddler Talk Pronunciation Course - Coming FALL 2022



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WHO AM I:
I'm Stephanie, a speech language pathologist in San Diego, California. I earned my Master’s Degree from Columbia University in New York City. I make videos about strategies and activities you can use at home to grow your toddler’s language skills. I also share ideas and tips on my Instagram   / toddler_talk_   along with my sister Jessica and my nephew B! Plus I write a weekly email newsletter that contains some quick ideas for practicing speech at home + links to other resources I like (https://www.toddlertalk.com/newsletter).

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