When something is not right with a child parents don’t just feel concerned: we want it fixed right away.
With something like an ear infection or a rash, a nurse or doctor can help, and the usual approach is sometimes called ‘name, blame and tame’. That means figuring out what the problem is, finding out what is causing it, and taking care of it. But things are not always as simple as 1,2,3. If your child is not developing, for example, it may be called Pervasive Development Delay (PDD) or Autism Spectrum. These are not really helpful names, the cause usually isn’t obvious, and a cure is usually not clear.
Patience is important for you and your family. And remember, worrying about your kid’s future is part of being a parent. You just have different and sometimes more scary things to worry about.