What is speech/language therapy?
Speech therapy is the treatment of physical and/or cognitive disorders or deficits which create difficulty in communicating. Aspects of speech therapy include articulation, intonation, phonology, syntax, receptive language, and expressive language. Speech and language pathologists provide their services for all ages from early intervention (birth-3 years old) to nursing home care. SLPs often work with people suffering from speech disorders (e.g. stammers and lisps), autism disorders, stroke, hearing difficulties, and difficulties with swallowing (dysphagia).

What is a language disorder?
Meaningful communication occurs when a person can both receive and express language. Language is the use of words or symbols to convey messages. When a receptive or expressive language faculty is abnormally used, acquired, or understood by a person who is trying to communicate, that person is said to have a language disorder.

Language disorders are classified as either developmental or acquired (such as a disorder due to trauma or illness).

How will I know if my child has delayed speech and/or language skills?
Please consult the milestones chart below to determine your child’s current abilities.