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The Early Signs Of
One of the most important things you can do as a
parent or caregiver is to learn the early signs of autism
and become familiar with the typical developmental
milestones that your child should be reaching.
The following “red flags” may indicate your child is at risk for an autism
spectrum disorder. Please speak to your child’s pediatrician if you have
concerns about your child’s development:
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by 16 months
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skills at any age
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One of the most important things you can do as a
parent or caregiver is to learn the early signs of autism
and become familiar with the typical developmental
milestones that your child should be reaching.
The following “red flags” may indicate your child is at risk for an autism
spectrum disorder. Please speak to your child’s pediatrician if you have
concerns about your child’s development:
1 Nwbyoarbsmiixg,mscmhoeinleetrhsfsuoloreroxttphhreeerrsesaifotenrs
2 5Nseoxoupbnraedcssks,-isaomnndsil-befsoyrontrhinostehhmaerroifnnatgchiosafl No words
by 16 months
No babbling N(rneoopetesiasnteicnnlugti)dabiln,ytgw2i4mo-miwtoaontritndhgpshorrases
3 6by 12 months 7 Any loss of speech,
4Naosropwboaaicnvkti-inangngbd, sy-fho1o2rwtmhinosingg,tnrhaesalschsuincgh babbling or social
skills at any age
REPRINTED FROM AUTISM SPEAKS 410.205.2315
CALL TODAY TO START ABA 6502 WICKFIELD ROAD • BALTIMORE, MD 21209
SERVICES FOR YOUR CHILD!
u 410 358 8509 u 29
