Question - Mount Laurel,NJ

I have a twenty one year old who does the same! Just kidding around. Anyway, someone said autism, possible deafness, or too busy. All relevant to two years old. If he is listless and has other signs of terrible behavior take him to the doctor or have him tested as he approaches preschool age (do you have him at home all the time?)
I am partially deaf, but have gone on in life pretty comfortably. And there is a load of help out there for all sorts of these situations. Not to worry.

Based on some other questions you have posted about your son, it seems that you may be concerned he has a developmental delay. Have you contacted Early Intervention? I have read that New Jersey has amazing services for kids. Don't delay. Get him an evaluation today. His pediatrician should have no problem referring you if you have worries. (If your son does not have a regular pediatrician, contact the Health Department and they can point you in the right direction.)

There are a lot of behaviors at this age that could go either way. If you are genuinely concerned, seek a professional evaluation.

Because he's two! He is too busy!

Well, we need a LOT more to give you a real answer but those are warning flags to investigate for things such as Autism. Honestly, I would start with your pedi or contact Early Childhood Intervention in your area to have him evaluated. But it is difficult to give you an informational answer when you give so little.

http://autismawarenessonline.com/

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It's called being "Two" - some call it the terrible two's others call it the terrific twos!!

He is testing his boundaries....testing you. To see what he can and cannot get away with. If he talks fine and hears other things - then he is behaving like a normal 2 year old. IF he doesn't jump when loud, unexpected noises are made or even look to see what made the noise? Then he might have hearing issues.

Otherwise, I truly believe it's a 2 year old "thing"!!

have you tried banging spoons or a pot behind him to see if he reacts?

As others have said, get his hearing tested first. If there is a problem there you can deal with it. If not move onto the next thing. Early Intervention can help if he is having a developmental delay. You can look at other concerning behaviors. But first he needs a haring test, because hearing loss can cause a number of issues and behaviors. Once that is ruled out, you can begin to look at other things.

You need to talk to his pediatrician and ask for a hearing test. If they determine that his hearing is fine, then you work with him to get him to understand to pay attention to you. Get down at his level and gently touch his chin and lift it up so that his eyes are on you. Talk to him sweetly. If he's playing and isn't hearing you call his name, touch him on the shoulder to get his attention.

However, you must make sure that he can hear you in the first place, which is why you need a hearing test done.

Dawn

If he doesn't respond when you call his name, it might be a hearing problem.

Also, 2 year olds can be very involved in their own worlds. He may just be "too busy".

When talking to him, look him straight in the eye. Make sure your heads are on the same level.

At the next check up, you should mention this to your pediatrician.

My two year olds frequently ignored me too! If he NEVER looks at you when you talk, can you tell how his hearing is? Bang something behind him and see if he turns around. If his hearing is fine, then are you worried about autism or something similar? By two... kids who don't make eye contact and who don't interact are at greater risk of autism. So maybe talk to your pedi...

2 year olds are in that in between place of not being a baby but not being independent. so he could be ignoring you. I agree to try sudden sounds to see if he reacts to test hearing. The other I would do is down on his level and get face to face to him and make him look at your nose. Then you have his attention. This could be a habit that will help him.
If hearing is fine and he still wont look at you, talk to your pediatrician at the next check up and see what he thinks.