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Speech Delay Warning Signs

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  A professional should be consulted if a newborn does not react to sound or vocalisation. However, it can be challenging for parents to determine whether or not a kid is missing a speech or language milestone or has a speech delay issue.    The following are some red flags to watch out for:  -By the time they are 12 months old, they aren't waving or pointing as a bye-bye gesture. -By the time they are 18 months old, they prefer gestures to vocalisations when communicating.  -Before 18 months, they had difficulty interpreting simple verbal directions and duplicating noises.  -By age two, the child can only imitate speech or gestures and cannot produce their own words or phrases.  -Infants can only repeat a few sounds or sentences by the time they are two years old and can only communicate their most fundamental requirements through oral language.  -Unable to follow simple instructions by the age of two.    If your child's speech is more ...

What Rise Risk Factors and Causes Are There for Autism?

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  ASD's precise causes are not yet fully understood. Potential causes could be biological and environmental:    Based on information gathered from five nations, it was shown that 80% of ASD cases are hereditary. It implies that either the mother or the father may have contributed to the development of ASD through inherited genetic effects.    -According to a study of 277 twin pairs, having an ASD sibling increases your likelihood of developing the disorder.    -The findings of a study involving 10 US study sites show that older parents are more likely to have ASD.    -ASD risk was greater in pregnant women who used the prescription medicines thalidomide and valproic acid.    -According to a different study, ASD development could happen before, during, or after birth.    -ASD is more likely to occur in preterm children.    -ASD is highly prevalent in kids with Down syndrome. ASD is also associated with chromosomal...

Disorder of Auditory Processing: Symptoms and Signs

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  APD has numerous causes, including ADHD, autistic spectrum disorder, and learning impairments, but no reason exists. Although there is no known treatment for APD, specialised therapy can help patients manage their symptoms and enhance their communication and daily living capacity.    Numerous symptoms and indications accompany APD. APD patients can have trouble interpreting spoken or written language. Additionally, they could have problems understanding what they read and may find it difficult to follow instructions. Additionally, those with APD may struggle with planning and organisation and be easily distracted by background noise or other activities.    APD is a diagnosis made in kids    Children who are in school have APD in about 5% of cases. APD is a neurological condition; thus, diagnosing it can be challenging. Short-term memory issues, difficulty understanding and processing spoken language, and trouble following directions are all signs of ...