With the blessings of Allah SWT, I am blessed with two boys. The elder one is 4 years old and the little one is 2 and a half years old. My elder one is delayed in speech for which we have seen speech therapist.
He knows all alphabets with words too. But the thing is he is engaged in himself more. He doesn't want to interact more with others, neither he plays so much with the little one.
During night time, when I say stories also the little one will take interest but he is busy with himself. He knows few animals name and keeps repeating them. He will not understand either I am telling any story.
If I will say his familiar words only then he will give attention only. He doesn't repeat my saying. The little one is more talkative Alhumdullilah. I am so concerned about the elder one. Please help me. Jazak Allah
Answer
In this counseling answer:
• Take him to his pediatrician for an evaluation. Write down a list of all your concerns and be ready to discuss them with the doctor.
• While it may be that your older son is just developing at a different rate and will catch up, or is withdrawn and more introverted, it is best to rule out any other factor that may be impeding his growth and development.
As-salamu alaykum,
Children grow and develop at different rates. It could be that your older son will have a developmental growth spurt later on, or it could be that he has a more introverted personality.
While you may think he is not attentive, learning or understanding, he may be absorbing the information, but not outwardly showing it for whatever reason.
You did not mention whether or not this is a new phenomenon or you have had him evaluated by a pediatrician regarding your concerns.
If you have not yet done so, I would kindly recommend taking him to his pediatrician for an evaluation. Write down a list of all your concerns and be ready to discuss them with the doctor.
While it may be that your older son is just developing at a different rate and will catch up, or is withdrawn and more introverted, it is best to rule out any other factor that may be impeding his growth and development. Please do consult with his pediatrician insha’Allah.
You are in our prayers, please let us know how he is doing.
Salam,
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