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May be apparent in infancy (18-24 months), but usually gets clearer during early childhood (24 months to 6 years). there are 5 “Red Flags” 1.) Does not babble or coo by 12 months, 2.) does not gesture (point, wave, grasp) by 12 months. 3.) does not say single words by 16 months, 4.) does not say two-word phrases on his/her own by 24 months. 5.) has any loss of any language or social skills at any age.