{"id":4817,"date":"2023-10-09T09:39:13","date_gmt":"2023-10-09T09:39:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/autism.fratnow.com\/blog\/october-is-adhd-awareness-month-2\/"},"modified":"2024-02-03T12:14:09","modified_gmt":"2024-02-03T12:14:09","slug":"developmental-delay-vs-autism-spectrum-disorder","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/autism.fratnow.com\/blog\/developmental-delay-vs-autism-spectrum-disorder\/","title":{"rendered":"Developmental Delay vs Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): What first-time parents need to know"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row el_id=&#8221;introduction&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">Sarah was a first-time mom, and she was over the moon when her son, Michael, was born. He was a healthy baby, and Sarah loved spending time with him. But as Michael got older, Sarah started to worry. He wasn&#8217;t meeting the same developmental milestones as other babies his age. He didn&#8217;t make constant eye contact as much as other babies, and he didn&#8217;t seem to be interested in playing with other children.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">Sarah started to research autism spectrum disorder (ASD) online, and she began to think that Michael might have ASD. She was scared and didn&#8217;t know what to do. She talked to her pediatrician, who referred her to a specialist for further evaluation.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">The specialist evaluated Michael and diagnosed him with development delay. Although still concerned about Michael&#8217;s development delay, the diagnosis sparked her curiosity about the differences between autism and developmental delay.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">Sarah&#8217;s story is a reminder that developmental delays can be scary for parents and can be misunderstood as signs of autism. While developmental delay and autism overlap in some areas, both are distinct conditions. This blog explains the key differences between developmental delay vs autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and is a must-read for all first-time parents.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"mr-b-26\">\n<div>\n<p class=\"font-18\"><b>Table of Contents<\/b><\/p>\n<ul class=\"arrweb-row-23453-342\">\n<li><a class=\"scroll\" href=\"#blog-scroll-point-1\">What are developmental milestones?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"scroll\" href=\"#blog-scroll-point-2\">Why are developmental milestones important?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"scroll\" href=\"#blog-scroll-point-3\">How is Autism spectrum disorder different from development delays?<br \/>\n<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"scroll\" href=\"#blog-scroll-point-7\">Development delay vs Autism Spectrum Disorder &#8211; The Major Differences<br \/>\n<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"scroll\" href=\"#blog-scroll-point-4\">Development delay vs Developmental Delay vs Autism Spectrum Disorder &#8211; The Key Differences and Similarities<br \/>\n<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"scroll\" href=\"#blog-scroll-point-5\">Are Developmental Delays a Sure Way of Detecting Autism?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"scroll\" href=\"#blog-scroll-point-8\">Be it Developmental Delay or Autism, Early Intervention is Important<br \/>\n<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"scroll\" href=\"#conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"scroll\" href=\"#references\">References<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=&#8221;blog-scroll-point-1&#8243;][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;What are development milestones?&#8221;][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">As per the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/ncbddd\/watchmetraining\/module2.html#:~:text=Developmental%20milestones%20are%20things%20most,speak%2C%20act%2C%20and%20move.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)<\/a>, development milestones are the skills and abilities that most children develop at a certain age. They include simple tasks like making lots of sounds such as \u201cmamamama\u201d, taking a first step, smiling for the first time, banging two things together, waving &#8220;bye-bye&#8221; and so on.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">Children progress through development milestones in all areas of their development, including play, learning, language, behavior, and motor skills. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/ncbddd\/actearly\/milestones\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The CDC\u2019s developmental milestones list<\/a> specific levels of achievement for each age, starting with 1 month and moving through adolescence, categorized into 4 domains:<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ol class=\"ol-list-343 p-mr-bottom-10\">\n<li>Social \/ Emotional Milestones<\/li>\n<li>Language \/ Communication Milestones<\/li>\n<li>Cognitive Milestones (learning, thinking, problem-solving)<\/li>\n<li>Movement \/ Physical Development Milestones<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\" style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\">Here is an example of a developmental milestone in each category for a 9-month-old baby:<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1696854289833{margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_raw_html]JTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwJTNDaWZyYW1lJTIwd2lkdGglM0QlMjI0OTAlMjIlMjBoZWlnaHQlM0QlMjIzMTUlMjIlMjBzcmMlM0QlMjJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy55b3V0dWJlLmNvbSUyRmVtYmVkJTJGX1oxYkhwQ3Ffa3clM0ZzaSUzRFRWaDFqQ0pvcVFTcnQzdkwlMjIlMjB0aXRsZSUzRCUyMllvdVR1YmUlMjB2aWRlbyUyMHBsYXllciUyMiUyMGZyYW1lYm9yZGVyJTNEJTIyMCUyMiUyMGFsbG93JTNEJTIyYWNjZWxlcm9tZXRlciUzQiUyMGF1dG9wbGF5JTNCJTIwY2xpcGJvYXJkLXdyaXRlJTNCJTIwZW5jcnlwdGVkLW1lZGlhJTNCJTIwZ3lyb3Njb3BlJTNCJTIwcGljdHVyZS1pbi1waWN0dXJlJTNCJTIwd2ViLXNoYXJlJTIyJTIwYWxsb3dmdWxsc2NyZWVuJTNEJTIyJTIyJTNFJTNDJTJGaWZyYW1lJTNFJTBB[\/vc_raw_html][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 10px!important;\">Video credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/ncbddd\/actearly\/milestones\/milestones-9mo.html#openShy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CDC, Important Milestones: Your Baby By Nine Months <\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\"><b>Social \/ Emotional Milestone<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">Shows stranger anxiety i.e the baby is shy, clingy, or fearful around strangers<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">This milestone shows that the baby is developing their social-emotional skills and is starting to understand the difference between familiar and unfamiliar people.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_raw_html]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[\/vc_raw_html][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 10px!important;\">Video credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/ncbddd\/actearly\/milestones\/milestones-9mo.html#openShy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CDC, Important Milestones: Your Baby By Nine Months <\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\"><b>Language \/ Communication Milestone<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">Waves \u201cbye-bye\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">This milestone shows that the baby is developing their language skills and starting to communicate.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1696854305689{margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_raw_html]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[\/vc_raw_html][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 10px!important;\">Video credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/ncbddd\/actearly\/milestones\/milestones-9mo.html#openShy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CDC, Important Milestones: Your Baby By Nine Months <\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\"><b>Cognitive Milestone<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">Bangs two things together<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">This milestone shows that the baby is developing their fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_raw_html]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[\/vc_raw_html][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 10px!important;\">Video credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/ncbddd\/actearly\/milestones\/milestones-9mo.html#openShy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CDC, Important Milestones: Your Baby By Nine Months<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\"><b>Physical Milestone<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">Gets to a sitting position by herself<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">This milestone shows that the baby is developing their gross motor skills and mobility.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=&#8221;blog-scroll-point-2&#8243;][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Why are development milestones important?&#8221;][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">Children develop at their own pace, but most reach developmental milestones at similar ages. These milestones are important indicators of a child&#8217;s healthy growth and development.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul-36784 table-2339 mr-left-ul-40\">\n<li>Meeting developmental milestones on time is a sign that a child is progressing normally. This is also called neurotypical development.<\/li>\n<li>Early achievement of developmental milestones may suggest that a child is ahead of their peers in terms of development.<\/li>\n<li>But not reaching milestones on time, or reaching them much later than other children, is a developmental delay &#8211; a warning sign or red flag.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">According to NIH, developmental delays occur in <b>10-15%<\/b> of pre-school children <sup>[1]<\/sup>. Children who experience developmental delays are eligible for early intervention services, which are programs designed to help them catch up and reach their full potential.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">Speech delay is an example of developmental delay that can affect a child&#8217;s ability to communicate effectively.<br \/>\nA speech delay is a condition in which a child does not develop speech skills at the same pace as their peers.<br \/>\nIt means that the child is learning to form speech sounds or develop language skills at a slower rate than average.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">Developmental delays can be in one specific area (ex. Speech Delay). When your child has this type of developmental delay, it doesn\u2019t mean they are autistic. They might just be what\u2019s known as a \u201clate talker.\u201d Minor development delays, especially when present in one area, are no cause for concern and are usually temporary.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">But, if your child has significant ongoing delays or delays in more than two areas, it could indicate a learning disability. Scientifically, a delay in more than two areas is known as Global Developmental Delay (GDD).<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=&#8221;blog-scroll-point-3&#8243;][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;How is Autism spectrum disorder different from developmental delays?&#8221;][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">Developmental delay and autism spectrum disorder are two different conditions, but they can sometimes present with similar symptoms. A child diagnosed with a disorder on the autism spectrum usually experiences developmental delays. But while developmental delay is usually a temporary issue, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability caused by differences in the brain <sup>[2]<\/sup>. Autism or autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a lifelong condition with core behavioral symptoms appearing during infancy or early childhood <sup>[3]<\/sup> .<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"twitter-section\">\n<div class=\"twitter-sub-35673\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\" src=\"https:\/\/autism.fratnow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/twitter-img.png\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\">Developmental delay is a general term for when a child&#8217;s development falls behind in one or more areas. Autism spectrum disorder is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects social communication and behavior.<br \/>\n#developmentaldelays #autismspectrumdisorder<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"twitter-share-button twitter-btn\" style=\"margin-top: 20px;\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=Developmental%20delay%20is%20a%20general%20term%20for%20when%20a%20child's%20development%20falls%20behind%20in%20one%20or%20more%20areas.%20Autism%20spectrum%20disorder%20is%20a%20neurodevelopmental%20disorder%20that%20affects%20social%20communication%20and%20behavior.%20%23developmentaldelays %20%23autismspectrumdisorder\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-size=\"large\">POST THIS<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=&#8221;blog-scroll-point-7&#8243;][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Developmental Delay vs Autism Spectrum Disorder &#8211; The Major Differences&#8221;][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">To help you understand the differences between developmental delay vs autism spectrum disorder (or global developmental delay vs autism spectrum disorder), we have compiled the following table:<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;4838&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; el_id=&#8221;infograph-section-3456&#8243;][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"download-info-grap-23453 mr-top-bottom-10\"><a class=\"download-info-grap-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/autism.fratnow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Developmental-Delay-vs-Autism-Spectrum-Disorder-.jpg\" download=\"\">Download<\/a> Download &amp; share this infograph in your network [Free Download]<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=&#8221;blog-scroll-point-4&#8243;][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Developmental Delay vs Autism Spectrum Disorder &#8211; The Key Differences and Similarities&#8221;][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">This infographic compares and contrasts developmental milestones and autism spectrum disorder, highlighting the key differences between the two conditions. It is important for first-time parents to understand the differences between the two so they can provide the best possible support for their child.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<table class=\"table-section-356325 table-p-567\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th class=\"w-35-d\"><\/th>\n<th class=\"w-35-d\"><\/th>\n<th class=\"w-35-d\"><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr class=\"text-center-8976\">\n<td class=\"\"><b>Developmental Delay<\/b><\/td>\n<td class=\"\"><b>Overlap<\/b><\/td>\n<td class=\"\"><b>Autism<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<ul class=\"td-ul\">\n<li>Approximately 17% of children are diagnosed with a developmental delay<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul class=\"td-ul\">\n<li>Around 62.3% of children with global developmental delay were diagnosed with ASD<sup>[6]<\/sup><\/li>\n<li>Genetics may be involved<\/li>\n<li>Environmental aspects may be involved<\/li>\n<li>Early intervention is very important<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul class=\"td-ul\">\n<li>Approximately 2.8% of children are diagnosed with Autism<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<ul class=\"td-ul\">\n<li>Typically does not occur with other conditions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul class=\"td-ul\">\n<li>Possible challenges with social communication<\/li>\n<li>Possible difficulties in expression and speech<\/li>\n<li>Early intervention is very important<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul class=\"td-ul\">\n<li>Often occurs with co-occurring medical conditions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<ul class=\"td-ul\">\n<li>May go unrecognized for a number of years<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<td>\n<ul class=\"td-ul\">\n<li>Could be masked in high functioning autistic individuals, but a high chance of getting diagnosed at a later point in time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<ul class=\"td-ul\">\n<li>May involve more physical attributes and fine motor skills such as walking, running, jumping and coordination<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<td>\n<ul class=\"td-ul\">\n<li>Possible difficulty in understanding emotions, expressions and body language<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=&#8221;blog-scroll-point-5&#8243;][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Are Developmental Delays a Sure Way of Detecting Autism?&#8221;][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">They are not. In some cases, autistic children may have developmental delays that are not immediately apparent. It has been observed that in many cases, missed milestones can be masked, more subtle or even invisible. This is because autistic children are neurodivergent. This means they aren&#8217;t simply delayed; rather they learn and behave differently from their typical peers.<br \/>\nAlthough every child is unique and displays different symptoms, watch out for these common <a href=\"https:\/\/autism.fratnow.com\/blog\/how-do-i-know-my-child-may-be-on-the-autism-spectrum\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">signs that may indicate your child is autistic<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"twitter-section\">\n<div class=\"twitter-sub-35673\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\" src=\"https:\/\/autism.fratnow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/twitter-img.png\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\">Remember, developmental delays are not a sure way of detecting autism. Due to their neurodivergent behavior, missed developmental milestones can often be masked in autistic children.<br \/>\n#developmentaldelays<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"twitter-share-button twitter-btn\" style=\"margin-top: 20px;\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=Remember,%20developmental%20delays%20are%20not%20a%20sure%20way%20of%20detecting%20autism.%20Due%20to%20their%20neurodivergent%20behavior,%20missed%20developmental%20milestones%20can%20often%20be%20masked%20in%20autistic%20children.%20%23developmentaldelays\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-size=\"large\">POST THIS<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">If you are concerned about your child&#8217;s development, it is important to talk to your doctor. Diagnosing autism can be difficult and complex, as it may not be apparent from a single test. That is why we have created a comprehensive guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/autism.fratnow.com\/blog\/complete-guide-to-autism-tests\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Diagnosing Autism &#8211; A List of Essential Tests and Key Indicators You Can&#8217;t Afford to Ignore<\/a>. The guide gives a comprehensive list and understanding of all tests for autism including developmental screening tests for autism, diagnostic tests for autism, medical tests for autism and other supplemental tests for autism.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=&#8221;blog-scroll-point-8&#8243;][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Be it Developmental Delay or Autism, Early Intervention is Important&#8221;][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">When a child is diagnosed with autism or other developmental conditions, the best thing to do to aid with their development is to start early intervention as soon as possible. Below is a link of state-wise programs for State Early Intervention Information:<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/ncbddd\/actearly\/parents\/state-text.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/ncbddd\/actearly\/parents\/state-text.html<br \/>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">This website provides information about early intervention programs in each state, including eligibility requirements, how to access services, and contact information.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">Early intervention specialists can screen for and diagnose autism and other developmental conditions in children from a very young age. The <a href=\"https:\/\/autism.fratnow.com\/blog\/benefits-of-early-intervention-in-autism\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">benefits of early intervention in autism (ASD)<\/a> are life changing. According to a study by National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD), early intervention for certain children with autism enables remarkable advancement to the extent that the kids no longer fall within the autism spectrum as they grow older.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">So, the sooner your child is diagnosed and begins early intervention treatment, the better their chances are of developing important life skills at a young age.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=&#8221;conclusion&#8221;][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Conclusion&#8221;][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">Although some signs and symptoms of developmental delays vs autism spectrum disorder in toddlers may look the same, they are two different conditions. While children with autism usually experience developmental delays in one or more areas, not every child who experiences a delay in their development has autism. In some cases of autistic children, the developmental delays could be masked, subtle or even invisible.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">Hence, it is important for parents to understand the differences and know when delays in their children\u2019s development are normal and when they could be a sign of autism or other developmental disorders.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">If you are concerned that your child may have developmental delay or autism spectrum disorder, it is important to talk to your pediatrician. They can assess your child&#8217;s development and refer you to a specialist for further evaluation if necessary.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=&#8221;blog-banner-section&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div id=\"blog-scroll-point-11\">\n<div class=\"w-71 cbp-ntopenact\">\n<div id=\"metabolic-testing\" class=\"blog-info-234542\">\n<h4 id=\"developmental-screening-tests-for-autism p-mr-bottom-10\">Did You Know? Folate Receptor Autoantibodies (FRAAs) may impede proper folate transport.<\/h4>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">Folate (vitamin B9) is very important for your child\u2019s brain development!<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">During pregnancy, it helps prevent neural tube defects and plays a big role in forming a normal and healthy baby\u2019s brain and spinal cord. Folate also helps cells divide and assists in both DNA and RNA synthesis.<\/p>\n<p>Emerging research suggests that the presence of FRAAs negatively impacts folate transport into the brain.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul-36784 table-2339 mr-left-ul-40\">\n<li>Recent studies reveal that a large subgroup of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have FRAAs.<\/li>\n<li>This suggests that a possible disruption in folate transport across the blood-cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) barrier may potentially influence ASD-linked brain development.<\/li>\n<li>Screening for the FRAAs in your child should be part of your early intervention strategies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"metabolic-testing\" class=\"blog-info-234542\">\n<h4 id=\"developmental-screening-tests-for-autism p-mr-bottom-10\">Is there a test for identifying Folate Receptor Autoantibodies (FRAAs)?<\/h4>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">Yes, there is a test &#8211; The Folate Receptor Antibody Test (FRAT<sup>\u00ae<\/sup>) has emerged as a diagnostic tool for detecting the presence of FRAAs.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-10\">It is important to screen at an early age or as soon as possible as there may be corrective measures available. Please consult your physician for further information.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p-mr-bottom-30\">To request a test kit, click on the button below.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"download-info-grap-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fratnow.com\/order-a-test-kit.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Request Now<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"w-28\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/autism.fratnow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/frat-mascot-image.webp\" alt=\"FRAT Mascot Image\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;text-gray-23&#8243;]For information on autism monitoring, screening and testing please read <a href=\"https:\/\/autism.fratnow.com\/blog\/decoding-autism-essential-tests-and-key-indicators-you-cant-afford-to-ignore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">our blog<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=&#8221;references&#8221;][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;References&#8221;][vc_column_text single_style=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul-36784\">\n<li>NIH, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6441684\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Developmental delay: identification and management at primary care level<\/a><\/li>\n<li>CDC, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/ncbddd\/autism\/facts.html#:~:text=Autism%20spectrum%20disorder%20(ASD)%20is,causes%20are%20not%20yet%20known.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Autism Spectrum Disorder<\/a><\/li>\n<li>NIH, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6789180\/#:~:text=Autism%20or%20autism%20spectrum%20disorder,during%20infancy%20or%20early%20childhood.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Is Autism Inborn and Lifelong for Everyone?<br \/>\n<\/a><\/li>\n<li>CDC, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/ncbddd\/actearly\/milestones\/milestones-9mo.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Important Milestones: Your Baby By Nine Months<br \/>\n<\/a><\/li>\n<li>CDC, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/ncbddd\/autism\/signs.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Autism Signs<br \/>\n<\/a><\/li>\n<li>NIH, <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/35115968\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Prevalence and Developmental Profiles of Autism Spectrum Disorders in Children With Global Developmental Delay<br \/>\n<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sarah was a first-time mom, and she was over the moon when her son, Michael, was born. 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