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Consult
the Glossary
for an Explanation of Terms
Cognitive
Skills
- Imitates
simple actions.
- Looks
for objects removed from line of vision.
- Predicts
outcomes from events (e.g., flipping a light switch will
turn on/off the light).
- Puts objects
into containers.
- Transfers
objects from one hand to another.
- Recognizes
familiar objects, persons, and pets.
Pragmatic Skills
- Responds to environmental sounds.
Semantic
Skills
- Understands 50 words.
- Waves "bye-bye".
- Complies with simple commands occasionally (e.g., "give me," "come here").
- Says first words.
- Points and vocalizes as a way of obtaining objects.
Phonetic
Skills
- Babbles while looking at a book.
- Imitates new sounds and words.
If your child
is not showing the above speech and language related skills,
a consultation is recommended with a licensed speech and language
pathologist who can provide you with suggestions which may
prevent a communication problem from developing, determine
if a screening test or in-depth diagnostic testing is needed
at this time, and/or provide you with possible funding sources
if treatment is needed.
Make
an appointment for a consultation.
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