Assertive and responsive conversational skills of Italian-speaking late talkers.

Background: Previous research on the pragmatic abilities of late talkers at 24 months of age indicates that they have difficulties initiating conversational interactions, but possess intact responsiveness skills. This study uses a parent-administered questionnaire for evaluating the conversational skills of late talkers and suggesting pragmatic intervention goals.

Aim: To examine the conversational assertiveness and responsiveness of late talkers at 2 years of age.