What are Some Signs of a Communication Disorder?
Incorrect production of sounds that affect speech intelligibility Delayed language development in comparison to other children of the same age Difficulty understanding spoken language Chronic hoarseness An inability to hear and respond to speech and other sounds despite sufficient volume Swallowing difficulty Difficulty formulating sentences due to word retrieval problems A disturbance in the normal fluency and time patterning of speech Avoidance of speaking situations Difficulty expressing thoughts/ideas
