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Is it possible for your kid to have a speech delay problem without being diagnosed as autistic?
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Definitely : It is quite possible that a child has a speech delay and in no way has autism. The key signs of autism are impaired social interactions and restricted repetitive behaviors, in addition to impaired communication.
Answered 6/21/2015
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