Autism Denial: What It Is and What To Do?
Autism denial means delaying or rejecting signs, screening, or diagnosis. Autism denial often postpones supports, increases school and family stress, and reduces access to services during key learning windows. Autism denial can look like avoiding screening visits, explaining concerns away, or refusing school evaluations. Families in Nevada, Nebraska, Colorado, Utah, Iowa, and Ohio tell us intake felt easier once they named the concern and scheduled a formal evaluation.
What helps right now:
Name the concern in plain words. Ask your pediatrician for
an autism screener and referral. Share behavior examples with dates. Accept school evaluations and keep copies of reports. Start parent training and daily routines while you wait. Track sleep, communication, and behavior so progress is visible. Using clear steps turns
autism denial into action.
Autism denial fades when a plan begins. Call Inclusive ABA to map a step-by-step path from screening to services. We will review your notes, set goals, and give you a start-this-week routine.
FAQ
What is autism denial?
Delaying or rejecting screening, diagnosis, or services.
Why is it a problem?
It postpones supports during key learning periods.
What should I do first?
Ask for a screener and referral, share concrete examples, accept school evals.
Can I help while waiting?
Yes. Start simple routines, parent training, and data tracking.
Sources:
- https://www.autismparentingmagazine.com/autism-denial/
- https://marybarbera.com/autism-denial/
- https://www.autismspeaks.org/autism-screening
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