In last week’s blog, we talked about speech and language has on emotional and social development. Speech is a valuable tool for interacting with others and learning academics
It isn’t always easy for a parent to to decipher the emotional signs related to speech and language complications. A child who is struggling with expressing themselves may face social and emotional obstacles. Uncovering any speech issues early, is essential for their emotional development in the future.
Should other enrichment activities take priority over speech and language enrichment?
If you feel that some type of speech or language issue, either expressive or receptive, is negatively affecting your little one’s ability to participate and enjoy everyday life, it is time you contact a speech therapist.
If your child is having issues or constantly struggling because of speech related issues and they don’t seem to be getting better, it is important to seek out help
Comparing your child with those of their peers is not always a good idea. Remember, there is quite of a bit of range within each age. If you have questions or concerned it is best to speak with a professional who is qualified in age appropriate development.
How can you find the right speech therapist for your child?
Finding the right speech therapist suitable for both the child and the parent, may take some time.
But don’t worry, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. But with the right strategies from a speech therapist will give you the tools that will work best for your child’s particular issue. Creating manageable steps and special exercises to help your child communicate and be understood.
A speech therapist equips parents and caregivers with the knowledge and tools to help your child. Creating a team that can change your child’s life, by giving them the ability to learn, communicate, and socialize.
It isn’t always easy to navigate the trek from the moment of concern for your child getting the appropriate help they need. From the first step to the journey of success, First Words Speech Therapy is here for you. We can guide you through the process, share available resources, from initial screening to developing a comprehensive plan.
