What are the signs that indicate language disorder

What are the signs that indicate language disorder

Language disorders can lead to difficulties in understanding spoken, written and other forms language. Language disorders can cause students to struggle with the content or function of language.

EARLY SIGNNS OF A LANGUAGE DISORDER

  • Students of the same age have a smaller vocabulary
  • A sentence that uses a limited sentence structure, or fails to connect words to make a sentence
  • It can be difficult to describe a topic or a series of events.
  • Incapable to follow directions or ask and answer questions
  • You may appear disconnected from your peers at school or at home
  • Shows no emotion, such as laughter at jokes

THREE TYPES OF LANGUAGE DISORDERS

There are three types of language disorders. Each has its own set of symptoms. One person may have multiple types of language disorders.

1. FORMS OF LANGUAGE

Students struggle with:

  • Phonology - study of speech sounds and patterns
  • Morphology - study of how words are made
  • Syntax - the creation of phrases and clauses through syntax

2. CONTENT OF THE LANGUAGE

Students struggle with:

  • Semantics or the meanings of words

3. FUNCTION OF LANGUAGE

Students struggle with:

  • Pragmatics is the study of how language is used in various contexts

What to do if you notice signs of a language disorder

  • Take notes :Note any issues you see in your child's listening or speaking ability. You can share those notes with a professional speech therapist.
  • Talk to your child's teacher : Take your list of observations and schedule a conversation to discuss them with your child's teacher. Ask your child's teacher if he or she has observed similar behavior and if these are affecting your child’s performance at school.
  • Request an evaluation : Talk to your child's school to discuss having his or her comprehension and language skills assessed by a speech-language pathologist. To determine if a language disorder exists, both expressive and receptive abilities must be assessed.
  • Trust your gut and be proactive :You are the best person to know your child. If you suspect that your child may have difficulties with language comprehension or usage, it is important to start the evaluation.
  • If you are looking for the perfect solution, then online speech therapy for kids is the best suitable program. Hearsaywell Speech and Hearing Clinic, a popular speech, hearing and occupational therapy clinic in Noida is offering the best speech therapy in Noida.

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