Red Flag #10

November 19, 2007 · Filed Under Baby Talk, Child Development, Infant Speech 

Wow, we finally made it number ten in my section on red flags (early warning signs) in speech and language development!  Please forgive my long absence from writing; I went on vacation and it has taken me a while to get back into the swing of things! 

Red Flag #10:  If your  baby does not gesture (point, wave, grasp, etc.) by 12 months of age, it’s time to get a speech-language evaluation.

These could be early warning signs for autism and you will want to seek help immediately.  For more information on autism, I recommend visiting the site, autismweb.com.  This site is a great resource for anyone with questions regarding autism. 

As with any other disorder, the earlier the diagnosis, the better.  I recommend you find a speech-pathologist who specializes in autism.  Early diagnosis and intervention greatly helps children with this disorder and will give them the support they need.  

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One Response to “Red Flag #10”

  1. Ashley on November 20th, 2007 5:07 am

    Love Your Flags .. They are spot on and really reinforces what to focus on … Hope your vacation was enjoyable ..

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