Speech therapy is the assessment and treatment of communication problems and speech disorders. It is performed by speech-language pathologists (SLPs), which are often referred to as speech therapists.

Be encouraging of any form of communication, whether it’s through speech, gesture, or another medium. Aim to use more simple language, shorter sentences, and a slower pace.

More by David J. Lewkowicz This article was originally published with the title “Masks Can Be Detrimental to Babies' Speech and Language Development” in SA Mind Vol. 32 No. 3 (May 2021), p. 33 ...

Developmental language disorder (DLD) affects approximately one in 14 kindergarten-age children, according to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders. This is a statistic ...

The Au.D. is the entry level degree in clinical audiology and emphasizes both clinical competency development and evidence-based practice. Students in the Au.D. program complete a 4-year (11 semesters ...