My son is 27 months he is displaying a number of autistic traits (no receptive or expensive language, doesn't always respond to name, no pretend play preferring sensory play) and has been referred for assessment. He is however very loving and seems social. My main concern is that he doesn't appear to understand any verbal language and doesn't speak (except mama which he says when he wants something).
I am really worried and have not stopped thinking about and crying since we realised the possible diagnosis.
What I am looking for is hope! Does anyone have any children with similar symptoms / prognosis at this age who went on to understand and speak? Did they remain in mainstream schools? How do they present now? Thanks