{"id":6363,"date":"2026-03-31T14:03:17","date_gmt":"2026-03-31T18:03:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/abacentersfl.com\/?p=6363"},"modified":"2026-03-31T17:18:13","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T21:18:13","slug":"signs-of-autism-in-2-year-olds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/abacentersfl.com\/es\/blog\/signs-of-autism-in-2-year-olds\/","title":{"rendered":"Signs of Autism in 2-Year-Olds: What Parents Should Watch For"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"6363\" class=\"elementor elementor-6363\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-3b109e56 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"3b109e56\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-126c47f3\" data-id=\"126c47f3\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2d60ffd elementor-toc--minimized-on-tablet elementor-widget elementor-widget-table-of-contents\" data-id=\"2d60ffd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;headings_by_tags&quot;:[&quot;h2&quot;],&quot;exclude_headings_by_selector&quot;:[],&quot;no_headings_message&quot;:&quot;No headings were found on this page.&quot;,&quot;marker_view&quot;:&quot;numbers&quot;,&quot;minimize_box&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;minimized_on&quot;:&quot;tablet&quot;,&quot;hierarchical_view&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;min_height&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;min_height_tablet&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;min_height_mobile&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"table-of-contents.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__header\">\n\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-toc__header-title\">\n\t\t\t\tTabla de contenidos\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__toggle-button elementor-toc__toggle-button--expand\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"elementor-toc__2d60ffd\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-label=\"Abrir la tabla de contenidos\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-chevron-down\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__toggle-button elementor-toc__toggle-button--collapse\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"elementor-toc__2d60ffd\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-label=\"Cerrar la tabla de contenidos\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-chevron-up\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"elementor-toc__2d60ffd\" class=\"elementor-toc__body\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__spinner-container\">\n\t\t\t\t<i class=\"elementor-toc__spinner eicon-animation-spin eicon-loading\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-26852722 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"26852722\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>&#8220;What are the signs of autism in a 2-year-old?&#8221;<\/strong><\/p><p>It\u2019s a question many parents quietly search for after noticing small but meaningful differences in their young children. Maybe your toddler isn\u2019t talking yet, avoids eye contact, or seems more interested in objects than people.<\/p><p>Maybe they don\u2019t play with their toys in conventional ways or avoid certain environments. Understanding the signs of autism in 2-year-olds early can help families take the next step with confidence.<\/p><p>At age two, children are growing quickly, learning words, forming connections, and exploring the world socially. If something feels different about your child, know that wondering if it&#8217;s just a delay or something more is a normal, loving response.<\/p><p>The truth is, the <a href=\"https:\/\/abacentersfl.com\/es\/blog\/estoy-en-el-espectro-3-signos-de-autismo\/\"><strong>los signos del autismo<\/strong><\/a> in 2-year-olds can often be recognized at this stage, and noticing them early can make a powerful difference.<\/p><p>Early support doesn\u2019t just help children learn better\u2014it also helps families feel more confident.<\/p><p>Este blog por <a href=\"https:\/\/abacentersfl.com\/es\"><strong>ABA Centers of Florida<\/strong><\/a> guide will outline what to look for and the next steps.<\/p><h2>Early Signs of Autism in 2-Year-Olds to Watch For<\/h2><p>Seg\u00fan la <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/autism\/signs-symptoms\/index.html#:~:text=This%20information%20does%20not%20constitute%20medical%20advice,*%20Lines%20up%20toys%20or%20other%20objects\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>CDC<\/strong><\/a> y <a href=\"https:\/\/www.autismspeaks.org\/signs-autism\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Autism Speaks,<\/strong><\/a> many children with autism show noticeable signs by age two.<\/p><p>At this age, signs of autism usually appear in <strong>communication, social interaction, and behavior<\/strong>. Not every child will show all signs, but patterns across these areas matter.<\/p><h2>Communication Delays in a 2-Year-Old with Autism<\/h2><p>By age two, many toddlers are:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Saying simple phrases (like \u201cmore juice\u201d)<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Pointing to things they want<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Following basic directions<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p>A 2-year-old with autism may show:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Limited or no spoken words<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Not pointing to show interest or request something<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Not responding to their name consistently<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Repeating words (echolalia) instead of using language meaningfully<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p>From a parent\u2019s perspective, this might look like calling your child\u2019s name multiple times with no response or noticing they don\u2019t try to communicate needs the way other toddlers do.<\/p><p>En <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/autism-spectrum-disorder\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20352928\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Mayo Clinic<\/strong><\/a> notes that delayed speech and difficulty with back-and-forth communication are key early signs of autism.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5ddf2f1 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"5ddf2f1\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cff6551 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"cff6551\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/abacentersfl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2-year-olds-1024x576.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-6365\" alt=\"Happy toddlers playing outdoors, showing social interaction and development in relation to signs of autism in 2-year-olds\" srcset=\"https:\/\/abacentersfl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2-year-olds-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/abacentersfl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2-year-olds-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/abacentersfl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2-year-olds-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/abacentersfl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2-year-olds-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/abacentersfl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2-year-olds-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/abacentersfl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2-year-olds.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-21d748b e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"21d748b\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-64b47ce elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"64b47ce\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"p1\">Social Signs of Autism at Age 2<\/h2><p class=\"p2\">Social development is a big milestone at this age. Most toddlers:<\/p><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li2\"><b>Make eye contact<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><li class=\"li2\"><b>Smile back at caregivers<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><li class=\"li2\"><b>Show interest in playing with others<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"p2\">Signs of autism in 2-year-olds may include:<\/p><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li2\"><b>Contacto visual limitado<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><li class=\"li2\"><b>Not showing or sharing toys with others<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><li class=\"li2\"><b>Preferring to play alone most of the time<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><li class=\"li2\"><b>Not imitating actions (like clapping or waving)<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><li class=\"li2\"><b>Limited interest in other children<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"p2\">For many parents, this is where concerns begin\u2014when their child seems \u201cin their own world\u201d or doesn\u2019t seek connection the way they expected.<\/p><p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC11592467\/#:~:text=Autism%20Spectrum%20Disorder%20(ASD)%20is%20a%20complex,markers**%20*%20**Behavioral%20indicators**%20*%20**Therapeutic%20interventions**\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Investigaciones<\/b><\/a><\/span> highlights that reduced social engagement and difficulty with interaction are common early signs in young children.<\/p><h2 class=\"p1\">Repetitive Behaviors and Routines<\/h2><p class=\"p2\">Another common category of signs of autism in 2-year-olds involves repetitive behaviors or strong preferences for routine.<\/p><p class=\"p2\">You might notice:<\/p><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li2\"><b>Hand-flapping, rocking, or spinning<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><li class=\"li2\"><b>Lining up toys instead of playing with them<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><li class=\"li2\"><b>Intense focus on specific objects (like wheels or lights)<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><li class=\"li2\"><b>Becoming very upset with small changes in routine<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"p2\">These behaviors often help children regulate themselves, especially if they feel overwhelmed.<\/p><h2 class=\"p1\">Sensory Sensitivities in Toddlers<\/h2><p class=\"p2\">At age two, sensory differences can become more noticeable, such as being bothered by loud appliances, refusing to walk barefoot on grass, or seeking out unusual textures to touch.<\/p><p class=\"p2\">A child with autism may:<\/p><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li2\"><b>Cover their ears to everyday sounds<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><li class=\"li2\"><b>Avoid certain textures (foods, fabrics)<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><li class=\"li2\"><b>Seek sensory input (spinning, jumping, touching everything)<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><li class=\"li2\"><b>Have strong reactions to lights, noise, or crowds<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"p2\">Seg\u00fan <a href=\"https:\/\/www.autismspeaks.org\/sensory-issues#:~:text=Sensory%20issues%20are%20common%20in%20people%20with,insisting%20on%20certain%20foods%20or%20clothing%20items\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>Autism Speaks,<\/b><\/span><\/a> sensory processing differences are very common in children on the spectrum and can impact daily routines.<\/p><h2 class=\"p1\">When Should You Consider an Autism Screening?<\/h2><p class=\"p2\">Parents often ask: <i>Is my child just developing at their own pace\u2014or should I be concerned?<\/i><i><\/i><\/p><p class=\"p2\">You may want to consider an <a href=\"https:\/\/abacentersfl.com\/es\/blog\/cuando-realizar-una-prueba-de-autismo\/\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>autism screening<\/b><\/span><\/a> if your 2-year-old:<\/p><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li2\"><b>Isn\u2019t using words or meaningful communication<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><li class=\"li2\"><b>Doesn\u2019t respond to their name<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><li class=\"li2\"><b>Shows limited eye contact or social engagement<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><li class=\"li2\"><b>Has repetitive behaviors or intense sensory reactions<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><li class=\"li2\"><b>Has lost previously learned skills<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"p2\">Developmental screening is recommended at 18 and 24 months. Age two is a critical window for evaluation.<\/p><p class=\"p2\">If something feels off, it\u2019s always okay to check. You are not overreacting\u2014you are advocating.<b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eb6101d e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"eb6101d\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dc846c0 elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"dc846c0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/abacentersfl.com\/es\/servicios\/diagnostico-y-pruebas-del-autismo\/\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Learn More About Autism Screening and Tests<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-24f8f44 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"24f8f44\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"p1\">Why Early Intervention Matters at Age 2<\/h2><p class=\"p2\">This stage of development is incredibly important. A child\u2019s brain is rapidly forming connections, which means <b>early intervention can have a lasting impact<\/b>.<\/p><p class=\"p2\">Starting support at age two can help:<\/p><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li2\"><b>Improve communication skills<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><li class=\"li2\"><b>Build social interaction<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><li class=\"li2\"><b>Reduce frustration and challenging behaviors<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><li class=\"li2\"><b>Increase independence over time<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"p2\">The earlier support begins, the more opportunities a child has to develop essential life skills.<\/p><h2 class=\"p1\">How ABA Therapy Helps 2-Year-Olds with Autism<\/h2><p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/abacentersfl.com\/es\/blog\/como-funciona-la-terapia-aba\/\"><b>An\u00e1lisis del Comportamiento Aplicado<\/b><\/a><\/span> <b>(ABA)<\/b> is one of the most effective, evidence-based approaches for supporting young children with autism.<\/p><p class=\"p2\">For 2-year-olds, <a href=\"https:\/\/abacentersfl.com\/es\/blog\/terapia-aba-de-intervencion-temprana\/\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>early intervention ABA therapy<\/b><\/span><\/a> often focuses on:<\/p><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li2\"><b>Encouraging communication (words, gestures, or devices)<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><li class=\"li2\"><b>Teaching play and <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/abacentersfl.com\/es\/blog\/habilidades-sociales-y-autismo\/\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>habilidades sociales<\/b><b><\/b><\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"li2\"><b>Reducing behaviors linked to frustration<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><li class=\"li2\"><b>Building daily routines and independence<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"p2\">Sessions are typically play-based and personalized, meeting children where they are developmentally.<\/p><p class=\"p2\">For example, an RBT or BCBA might help a child learn to request a favorite toy instead of becoming upset, or practice making eye contact during play.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a0c6004 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"a0c6004\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8e7a59b elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"8e7a59b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/abacentersfl.com\/es\/servicios\/terapia-aba-en-casa\/\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Explore our ABA Therapy Programs<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-93882ff e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"93882ff\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2488df9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2488df9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"p1\">What to Do If You Notice Signs of Autism in Your 2-Year-Old<\/h2><p class=\"p2\">\u00a0If you\u2019re recognizing some of these signs, here are your next steps:<\/p><h3><b>1 .Talk to Your Pediatrician<\/b><b><\/b><\/h3><p class=\"p2\">Share specific examples of what you\u2019re seeing.<\/p><h3><b>2. Request a Developmental Screening<\/b><b><\/b><\/h3><p class=\"p2\">Screenings are quick and can help guide next steps.<\/p><h3><b>3. Seek a Diagnostic Evaluation<\/b><b><\/b><\/h3><p class=\"p2\">A formal diagnosis can open access to services and support.<\/p><h3><b>4. Start Early Intervention<\/b><b><\/b><\/h3><p class=\"p2\">You don\u2019t have to wait\u2014early support can begin even before a diagnosis in many cases.<\/p><h2 class=\"p1\">You\u2019re Not Alone in This<\/h2><p class=\"p2\">Noticing these signs can bring up a lot of emotions\u2014uncertainty, worry, even guilt. Remember, paying attention to your child\u2019s development is an act of care, and you are doing your best as a parent.<\/p><p class=\"p2\">You might wonder:<\/p><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li2\"><b>\u201cDid I miss something?\u201d<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><li class=\"li2\"><b>\u201cIs it too early to tell?\u201d<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><li class=\"li2\"><b>\u201cWhat does this mean for my child\u2019s future?\u201d<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"p2\">Take comfort in this: <b>recognizing the signs early is one of the most powerful things you can do for your child.<\/b> You\u2019re already taking the right steps, and your caring actions make a meaningful difference.<\/p><h2 class=\"p2\">Get Support for Your Child Today with ABA Centers of Florida<\/h2><p class=\"p2\">If you\u2019re concerned about <b>your 2-year-old<\/b>, support is available\u2014and starting early can make a difference.<\/p><p class=\"p2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/abacentersfl.com\/es\/sobre-nosotros\/\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>ABA Centers of Florida<\/b><\/span><\/a> offers:<\/p><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li2\"><b>Diagnostic evaluations<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><li class=\"li2\"><b>Servicios de intervenci\u00f3n temprana<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><li class=\"li2\"><b>Personalized ABA therapy programs<\/b><b><\/b><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"p2\">Nuestros <a href=\"https:\/\/abacentersfl.com\/es\/nuestro-equipo\/\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>equipo<\/b><\/span><\/a> works closely with families throughout the state to create supportive, individualized plans that help children grow, communicate, and thrive.<\/p><p class=\"p2\">Contacta <b>ABA Centers of Florida <\/b>today to schedule a screening or learn more about early intervention options. Call us at (772) 773-1975 or visit us <a href=\"https:\/\/abacentersfl.com\/es\/contactanos\/\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>en l\u00ednea<\/b><\/span><\/a><b>.<\/b><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What are the signs of autism in a 2-year-old?<\/p>\n<p>Delays in speech, limited eye contact, or not responding to their name can be early indicators. 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