Abdulla will soon turn 5 years old. By the age of 2, the boy stopped responding to his name and showing interest in the world around him. Specialists diagnosed him with delayed psycho-speech development and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
At home, Abdulla plays only with his little brother and prefers solitude. The boy enjoys puzzles, playing with toy cars, and games of tag, but rapid changes in environment and noise make him uncomfortable. Abdulla says a few words, knows letters and numbers, and can point to body parts, animals, and toys. However, the lack of directed speech and only brief eye contact create additional barriers.
In order for Abdulla to better understand directed speech and establish contact with others, he needs help from specialized professionals.
