A delay in speech development may be a symptom of many disorders, including mental retardation, hearing loss, an expressive language disorder, psychosocial deprivation, autism, elective mutism, receptive aphasia and cerebral palsy. Speech delay may...
What Causes Speech or Language Delays?
A speech delay might be due to:
an oral impairment, like problems with the tongue or palate (the roof of the mouth)
a short frenulum (the fold beneath the tongue), which can limit tongue movement
Many kids with speech delays have...
Understanding Stuttering Fluency Disorder: What You Need to Know
Stuttering, also known as fluency disorder, is a common speech disorder that affects people of all ages. Let's explore what stuttering is and how it can impact individuals.
What is Stuttering?
Stuttering is a speech disorder characterized by...