3rd November 2023

A mother brings her 18-month-old daughter Eve to see you. She is concerned that Eve seems to be ‘going backwards’

A mother brings her 18-month-old daughter Eve to see you. She is concerned that Eve seems to be ‘going backwards’ in terms of her communication, now unable to say the few words she had learned only months ago. She also notes Eve seems to always keep rubbing her hands close to her mouth and has periods where she seems to get really excited, breathing very quickly.

Which of the following is she NOT likely to develop?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.