Response to the environment
(speech and language development)
Newborn (Birth to 6 Months)
•Does not startle, move, cry or react in any way to unexpected loud noises.
•Does not awaken to loud noises.
•Does not freely imitate sound.
•Cannot be soothed by voice alone.
•Does not turn his/her head in the direction of
your voice.
•Does not point to familiar persons or objects
when asked.
•Does not babble, or babbling has stopped.
•By 12 months does not understand simple phrases by listening alone, such as “wave bye-bye,” or “clap hands.”
Infant (3 months to 2 years)
•Does not accurately turn in the direction of a soft voice on the first call.
•Is not alert to environmental sounds.
•Does not respond on first call.
•Does not respond to sounds or does not locate where sound is coming from.
•Does not begin to imitate and use simple words for familiar people and things around the home.
•Does not sound like or use speech like other
children of similar age.
•Does not listen to TV at a normal volume.
•Does not show consistent growth in the understanding and the use of words.
Reference
information: www.entnet.org/
The
information aims to provide educational purpose only. Anyone reading it should
consult ENT Specialists before considering treatment and should not rely on the information
above.
