q             Cannot throw a ball overhand.

q             Cannot jump in place.

q             Cannot ride a tricycle.

q             Cannot grasp a crayon between thumb and fingers.

q             Has difficulty scribbling.

q             Cannot stack four blocks.

q             Still clings or cries whenever his/her parents leave.

q             Shows no interest in interactive games.

q             Ignores other children.

q             Doesn’t respond to people outside the family.

q             Doesn’t engage in fantasy play.

q             Resists dressing, sleeping, using the toilet.

q             Lashes out without any self control when angry or upset.

q             Cannot copy a circle.

q             Doesn’t use sentences of more than three words.

q             Doesn’t use “me” and “you” appropriately.

As published by the American Academy of Pediatrics.  If you have concerns regarding your child’s development based on this list, please consult your pediatrician or call us for a detailed evaluation.  The earlier an intervention and treatment are achieved, the better the results for both the parents and the child.