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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I think it’s a variety of factors and personality. My 3YO DD with ASD is surprisingly (for me anyways, I’m still learning a lot about autism) empathetic. If someone cries she’ll stop what she’s doing, come over, and say worriedly, “x okay? X is sad!” Or if you mention you are hurt or feel sick she will say stuff like “you need a bandaid” or “you need some medicine” and sometimes try to go find that stuff. Obviously she could’ve learned a script, but she does respond. Reciprocating stuff like I love you, hugs, kisses is a bit tougher but she is doing it more naturally now and I wouldn’t force that stuff.

My DS who is neurotypical had harder moments TBH. He could be very reciprocal but had a hard time with body boundaries at 3 and listening to/recognizing that some people did not like how effusive he was being. We had to have a lot of discussions with him and intervene. Maybe around 3.75 it got better? 4?

You mention your DD “likely” has a social communication disorder. Are you in the process of getting a diagnosis? Are you asking this question because you are worried it’s another piece of evidence? If you think something is going on you should get her evaluated. I was shocked when my DD was diagnosed with ASD—it really flipped what I thought of ASD. I had some concerns which is why we had her evaluated, but I thought perhaps a language delay. Once I got over the shock, it’s been very helpful understanding who she is and what makes her unique and how to meet her where she is![/quote]

Thank you. DD was evaluated at 2.5 but the psychologist said that it's a disorder that can only be diagnosed at 3-4 years old. I was asking because I sometimes get frustrated with the lack of "love" (DD has very low needs for affection and also gives little of it), and I was wondering if she'll ever become more affectionate. Of course I know that she loves me, and I love her regardless.[/quote]

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