For many parents in Central Florida, distinguishing if your child a late talker or have a speech development issue, such as verbal Apraxia, can be exhausting. If you look online and try to do your own research, it can further complicate the situation with too much information and different terms. If you have any questions [...]
One of the most common childhood struggles is Developmental Language Disorder (DLD). It affects approximately 2 children in every primary classroom. In spite of its prevalence, affect how a child learns, speaks, and socializes, it is often overlooked. A child with DLD has difficulty understanding what is being said or using spoken language, it can [...]
In last week's blog, we talked about the differences between speech and language delays and autism. The Autism Parenting Magazine points out some differences in a speech delay and autism. Speech delay characteristics A challenge in a child’s ability to develop speech and language skills Autism characteristics A neurological condition affecting social skills, learning, communication, [...]
As a parent, have you ever questioned your child’s speech, are they speaking as fluently as their friends? Do you or others have trouble understanding what your child is saying? Do you question if your child has a form of autism? While a speech delay, learning differences, and language delays, may by a hallmark of [...]
