Does hand flapping always mean Autism?

[AmericanGirl28]

I have a 15 month old (14 months adjust), and when she's excited, she flaps, and sometimes when she's upset, but mostly when she's excited. She points, says a few words, walks, east well, and sleeps well. She is evaluated by ECI every 3 months, since she was a preemie, and they say she's advanced, but the hand flapping STILL worries me. Soe days she does it much more then others.

[Sandman2]

   I agree with Specialmom.

[specialmom]

No.  It doesn't always indicate autism.  Lots of kids do this when excited.  

With that said, my son has stimming activity thst he uses to self calm.  Hs rocks and spins.  He has sensory integration disorder and wS diagnosed officially at 4.  

Hand flapping if related to her neuro system is a good thing- don't try to interfere with this impulse. And if it is nothing then leave it alone as well. So either way, let her be and try not to worry. If that is the only issue  then all is well hon.  Good luck