igh functioning. Since the disorder mostly diagnosed during early childhood (24 months to 6 years of age), it is vital that the diagnosis be correct and that treatment begin immediately. The earlier treatment begins, the better success rate of the child. Temple's mother noticed a distinct problem with her lack of communication. Although she could understand spoken language, she was often frustrated as a child because she could not communicate back her needs and wants. This led to outbursts and "deviant" behavior.
             Some of the main diagnosing factors as listed by the National Institute of Child Health and Development are as follows:
             ü Does not babble or coo by 12 months
             ü Does not gesture (point, wave, grasp) by 12 months
             ü Does not say single words by 16 months
             ü Does not say two-word phrases on his or her own by 24 m
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