Two groups of 14 Israeli children were studied at four and 14 months: siblings of children with autism (SIBS-A) and siblings of children with typical development (SIBS-TD). Most SIBS-A were functioning as well as SIBS-TD. Surprisingly, significantly more SIBS-A responded to their name being called by their mothers, compared with SIBS-TD. At 14 months, SIBS-A made fewer non-verbal requesting gestures and achieved lower language scores.
Yirmiya, N and others. Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry 47(5): 511-523, May 2006. Abstract: www.blackwell-synergy.com
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