Understanding Common Speech & Language Disorders in Children
Key Impact Areas
- Academic performance
- Social relationships
- Emotional well-being
- Daily communication
- Future career opportunities
Types of Communication Disorders
Speech Sound Disorders
Common challenges include:
- Articulation difficulties
- Childhood apraxia of speech
- Phonological processing issues
- Sound pattern errors
Treatment approaches:
- Individual speech therapy
- Sound production exercises
- Motor planning activities
- Parent-guided practice
- Play-based intervention
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Language Disorders
Key areas affected:
- Vocabulary development
- Sentence structure
- Language comprehension
- Expression abilities
- Social communication
Intervention strategies:
- Language stimulation
- Structured teaching
- Reading support
- Social skills practice
- Academic accommodation
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Autism Spectrum Communication
Focus areas:
- Social interaction
- Verbal communication
- Non-verbal skills
- Conversation abilities
- Behavioral patterns
Support approaches:
- Social skills groups
- Visual supports
- Alternative communication
- Behavioral intervention
- Family training
Learn more about early signs of autism in children
Specialized Communication Challenges
Stuttering & Fluency
- Rhythm disruption
- Speech blocks
- Repetitions
- Anxiety management
- Confidence building
Learn more about child fluency issues
Voice Disorders
- Vocal cord health
- Voice quality
- Breath support
- Resonance issues
- Pitch control
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Feeding & Swallowing
- Safe swallowing
- Oral motor skills
- Texture management
- Feeding strategies
- Nutritional support
Learn more about feeding and swallowing disorders
Cleft Palate Support
- Speech clarity
- Resonance
- Articulation
- Surgical coordination
- Family support
Selective Mutism
- Anxiety management
- Gradual exposure
- Communication building
- School support
- Family guidance
Learn more about Selective Mutism
Speech therapy for children with cancer
Managing Treatment Side Effects:
Address speech challenges during cancer treatment.Communication Rehabilitation:
Rebuild communication skills with targeted exercises.Emotional & Cognitive Support:
Techniques to manage stress and treatment fatigue.School & Social Reintegration:
Support a smooth return to school and social activities.Family Guidance:
Practical tips and support for families.Learn More About ST for Children with Cancer