Noticing Red Flags
When to Reach Out to therapy south
It’s natural to wonder if what you’re seeing is something more, or just part of how your child grows and learns. If you’re noticing things that feel “off” or that make everyday routines harder, you’re not alone...and you’re in the right place. Reaching out doesn’t mean something is wrong with your child. It means you’re taking the first step toward understanding what’s going on and getting the support your child needs to thrive.
Explore the list below for common concerns by age.
We don’t define children by their challenges; we look at the whole picture.
- Big reactions to sensory input such as movement, smells, noises or touch
- Difficulty paying attention in school
- Fidgety or restless at his desk
- Avoids the playground OR is unsafe on a playground
- Frustrated by or avoids handwriting tasks
- Too rough with his/her peers
- Prefers to only play in sitting/too sedentary
- Difficulty taking turns or listening to others’ ideas
- Difficulty with transitions either at home or school
- Trouble following directions or staying on task
- Difficulty with reading
School Age:
- Difficulty with potty training
- Big reactions or challenges related to sensory input (dressing, baths, grooming, walking barefoot, swimming in a pool, etc)
- Difficulties with fine motor skills such as holding a crayon or completing buttons
- Clumsy or less confident in their body
- Constantly moving, trouble sitting still
- Difficulty with transitions
- Intense meltdowns
- Slouchy or weak with his/her posture
- Hard to understand when they speak
- Not yet speaking or making attempts to speak
- Trouble following directions
Pre-School Age:
- Problems with Eating
- Trouble falling asleep or staying asleep
- Bothered by clothing, tags or the act of getting dressed or having their diaper changed
- Resists or cries during bathtime
- Rarely plays with toys
- Clumsy or careless
- Little reaction when they get hurt
- Limited sounds, words or vocalizations, not babbling
- Extremely active (more than usual)
- Not meeting general motor milestones like sitting, crawling or walking
Infants and Toddlers:
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