Approach to Speech Delay
Approach to Speech Delay
Approach to Speech Delay
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Autism Spectrum Disorders• Prevalence is increasing but this may be due <strong>to</strong>awareness and diagnostic practices (estimated at 1/100-150 children, with males more affected)• Early detection of ASD is critical as some patients benefitfrom Applied Behavior Analysis especially when providedon an intensive basis• Prognosis is tied <strong>to</strong> IQ• May be a feature of other conditions such as DownSyndrome and Fragile X Syndrome