“Red Flags” that help identify children at risk for developmental delay and / or autistic spectrum disorder.
No babbling by 12 months of age.
No back and forth gestures such as pointing, reaching and showing by 12 months.
No words by 16 months.
No two word meaningful phrases (e.g., “more milk” “no cat”) by 24 months. This does not include imitation or repetition.
ANY loss of social skills or speech or babbling at ANY age.
written by Cameron Jackson, Ph.D., J.D. DrCameronJackson@gmail.com
The above information is based on Autistic Spectrum Disorders. Best Practise Guidelines for Screening, Diagnosis and Assessment, California Department of Developmental Services, 2002.
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At what age can autistic spectrum symptoms be fairly obvious? Seems like most children do not get diagnosed until after age 3. How much earlier can it reliably be diagnosed?
Answer: Between 6 months to 12 months many of the “red flags” are clearly obvious. That’s why it is so important to get screenings of all children.