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Not speaking & addicted to screen
My 2.5 years son is not talking as usual of his age. He speaks very few words but understands most of our conversations. He is hyper active and just to make him sit to eat his food we played cartoons and off late he is addicted to mobile, he is interested to watch mostly Dinosaur cartoons or videos and also behaves like Dinosaur in his activities most of the day. Is this normal or something to worry about? Please suggest which doctor we should consult to enable him speak/talk fluently. We are from Hyderabad, please suggest in detail… Thank you.
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It is not a major issue. In nuclear families and current situtations children sometimes learn to talk late. He is not abnormal though. Just talk to him more, let him play with kids who speak. And once he starts school, he will catch up. Do not panic or overthink.
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Hello Practo User, use homoeopathic medications for your problem to get Instant and effective results.Its Curable, no need to worry about. Homoeopathic medicines plays Excellent role to treat Such problems in a hollistic way without any side effect.I suggest you to message me your complete history in private chat with all reports & details & Consult Online through Practo. I will guide you for holistic & effective Results with homoeopathy ! Take care !! Best Regards:)
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It's normal, don't worry,
When your child grows he will start speaking.
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1) Calcarea phos 6x
4tabs----4----4
For delay speech.
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With homeopathy your son will get well. Consult me online for detailed consultation and treatment
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hank you for sharing this important concern. You're not aloneâmany parents experience similar situations with children around 2.5 years of age. Here's a complete, clear, and professional explanation to help you understand what's happening, whether it's normal, and what steps you can take.
At 2.5 years (30 months), a child is typically expected to:
Use at least 50 words
Start combining 2â3 word phrases (like âwant waterâ or âmumma comeâ)
Understand simple instructions
Point to body parts or familiar objects when asked
Your child understands conversations â thatâs a good sign, showing that receptive language is developing. However, if expressive language (speaking) is significantly delayed and limited to a few words only, it's worth investigating further.
Using mobile screens, especially cartoons/videos to keep a child seated during meals, is increasingly common. However:
Excessive screen time (especially
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Consult online
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Wait and watch..
More symptoms needed.
Contact online or at clinic
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The issues sounds like ADHD which can potentially lead to delayed milestones; however, proper case taking is necessary before coming to any conclusion. In some cases it may be just a baseline for the child. Don’t rush to any diagnosis and consult a qualified practitioner. Homeopathy and a good option for treatment IF NEEDED.
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Speech delay with hyperactivity and mobile addiction may be early signs of ADHD. Reducing screen time is the first and most important step.
Start spending more interactive time with your child — talk to him often, recite rhymes, sing simple poems, and encourage eye contact. These small steps build language and attention naturally.
With proper homeopathic treatment and daily communication, many children show great improvement.
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What you are doing with your child is completely wrong ....stop this immediately.
As per details...he seems to be having ADHD issues and it needs to be addressed asap otherwise it may get complicated.
ADHD kid can show delayed milestones and attention deficit. This doesn't mean that you need to provide mobile as solution.
It needs to be treated in a holistic approach for complete recovery.
It can be well treated with homeopathic medicine and occupational therapy.
You need an expert Psychologist who is a good homeopathic physician.
After a few months of treatment you can start with occupational therapy for better recovery.
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I have been working as a Homeopathic Psychiatrist and Counseling psychologist for the last 17 years. You can contact me through an online appointment for further assistance
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●𝗬𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 .
●𝗩𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗰
●𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗺𝘆 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 1.5 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗳.
●𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁.
●𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁 𝗺𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗺 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀.
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Some more details required for proper treatment and diagnosis
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You can consult online with me.
Need proper case taking and child behaviour.
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Hi Practo user
A homoeopathic treatment will give best results naturally
You can easily take an online consultation for further treatment guidance
Or click on the calling option over my profile on Practo
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Dr. Kajal Ponkiya
Homoeopath
15 yrs exp
Gandhinagar
Homoeopathic medicine is best effective for your complaints.
You will get best result with homoeopathic constitutional medicine because I had cure many similar cases.
Need more details for proper treatment and guidance.
Kindly consult me on practo online or calling.
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Dr. Sowmya Narasimhan
Homoeopath
4 yrs exp
Chennai
You can get your child evaluated at NIEPMED Chennai or any other doctor who deals with mind. If there is any possibility of ADHD on evaluation we can treat it that way. Else it’s very normal and we can go for basic guidances and activities that will help the kid
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Don’t worry
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Dr. Sameeksha Hemant Patil
Homoeopath
2 yrs exp
Nashik
Consult me online through practo.
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Dr. Jyoti Sharma
Homoeopath
11 yrs exp
Rajkot
It’s like adhd symptoms but we can’t confirm it by this limited symptoms you should try to engage your child in activities whatever he likes your child is hyperactive so you should try to chanalised his energy in other activities or game like drawing and dancing music you have to play with him this type of kids needs more care and attention
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For more detail you can contact me and consult me online
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Dr. Parminder Kaur
Homoeopath
10 yrs exp
Faridabad
First and foremost thing to do is not to worry on this context..
secondly.. try not giving screens jus to make him sit
Prolonged screens can add to behavioural changes in children! Anger and hyperactivity can increase with cartoons having dinasours and fights!
You can consult homoeopathic Dr for this !
I can treat this with holistic approach, homoeopathic case taking..
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Consult online with me,medications will help him better
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Need not to worry.. and dont jump to any conclusion
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Dr. Deepika Gupta
Homoeopath
14 yrs exp
Gurgaon
Diagnosis- AuDHD which is a neuro developmental condition. You can consult via video consultation as I have treated maximum children of the same. Mother’s emotions and child’s response is what we deal with in such children and your child will get speech. You can consult soon as delay of time takes a toll.
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Dr. Chaitanya Sehgal
Homoeopath
1 yrs exp
New Delhi
At this age, children typically begin speaking in short sentences, though every child develops at their own pace. However, delayed speech, hyperactivity, and strong screen attachment can sometimes point towards developmental concerns that benefit from early intervention.
Suggestions: Reduce screen time significantly. Excessive mobile use can delay speech and impact social interactions. Try replacing screen time with interactive play, picture books, and talking games.
You can enrol him in summer camps or activities like running/ any sports or any hobby that he has (dance etc.)
Observe behaviors like repetitive actions, eye contact, responsiveness to name, or any unusual movements. These help rule out conditions like ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder)
Feel free to consult with me for a detailed homeopathic case evaluation to support your child’s development.
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Dr. Merlin
Homeopath
15 yrs exp
Bangalore
Ok.
Nothing to worry. Need to know about his behaviour.
You can consult me online for guidance
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