Category: Common Speech Disorders

Speech disorders in children can make communication difficult, and it’s important to recognize them early. Common types include articulation disorders, where kids struggle to say certain sounds clearly, fluency disorders like stuttering, and voice disorders affecting pitch or volume. Causes can range from genetics to limited verbal interaction at home. Symptoms often include unclear speech…

An articulation disorder is when a child has trouble saying specific speech sounds correctly. This can make it hard for others to understand them. Common issues include mixing up sounds, leaving out sounds, or changing them altogether, like saying “wabbit” for “rabbit.” You might notice your child gets frustrated or shy when talking, which can…

Hearing loss can really affect a child’s speech development. When children can’t hear well, they might struggle to express themselves and understand language. This often leads to delays in vocabulary and sentence structure. Sounds can be hard to pick up, making conversations challenging. As a result, kids may use shorter sentences and have difficulties with…