Speech and Language

Children with speech and language disorders can have trouble using and understanding spoken or written words. They may have trouble:

• Reading and writing.
• Doing math word problems.
• Following directions.
• Answering questions.

A variety of speech and language disorders can affect kids. A few examples are:

• Stuttering, which is trouble saying words or sentences in a way that flows smoothly.
• Articulation errors, where there is difficulty forming certain words or sounds.
• Childhood apraxia, which is trouble accurately moving the lips, jaw and tongue to speak.

Children with speech or language disorders often can understand and work well with visual information. They also can use visual cues well in social situations.