Wondering if your child is on track?
You don't need a referral to find out. Start with a free screener, or talk with our team about what you're noticing.
16 to 30 months
M-CHAT-R screener
20 yes-or-no questions about your toddler, about 5 minutes. The screener opens on the official M-CHAT website, and your result is yours to keep.
Start screenerAny age
Signs checklist
What autism can look like in preschool and school-age children, and what to do next.
See the signsSigns to look for, by age
Every child develops differently. One sign on its own is not a diagnosis, but a pattern is worth a conversation.
Toddlers
- Not responding to their name by 12 months
- Not pointing to show interest by 14 months
- Little eye contact or shared smiles
- Losing words or skills they had
Preschool
- Prefers to play alone
- Repetitive movements or play
- Strong reactions to sounds or textures
- Big distress at changes in routine
School age
- Trouble with back-and-forth conversation
- Intense, narrow interests
- Difficulty making or keeping friends
- Needs routines to be exactly the same
What happens next
Screen
Take the screener, or skip it and reach out directly.
Talk with our team
We'll answer your questions and check your insurance benefits.
Get answers
A thorough autism evaluation, a written report you can share with your doctors and school, and help with what comes next.
Ready to talk to someone?
Tell us a little about your child, and someone from our team will call you back the same business day, often right away.
A screener isn't a diagnosis. Your results are a starting point for a conversation with your pediatrician or our team.