... population. These individuals require constant care, and can speak and understand language very little. A neurological condition is usually the cause for their retardation. IQ tests are usually the main source of diagnosis. For a mild condition to be diagnosed, the IQ must fall between 50-70. Moderate follows at 35-50, then severe at 19-35, and finally profound with an ... foods that contain protein. Once identified, these infants can be given a low-phenylalanine diet that prevents retardation. Some states require newborn screening for additional inherited diseases. Adult screening tests...

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... at a pediatrician. The second stage is a comprehensive evaluation to rule in or out Asperger's. This stage includes neurologic and genetic assessment with in-depth cognitive and language testing. This establishes IQ and evaluates psychomotor function verbal and no-verbal strengths and weaknesses, style of learning and independent living skills. Communication strengths and weaknesses are also assessed. They evaluate non-verbal forms ... of communications such as gazes, gestures, also non-literal language like metaphor, irony, and humor (Asperger's Syndrome History "). The physician will ...

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