What are the symptoms of communication disorders?
The following are the most common symptoms of communication disorders. However, each child may experience symptoms differently. Young children with communication disorders may not speak at all, or may have a limited vocabulary for their age. Some children with communication disorders have difficulty understanding simple directions or are unable to name objects. Most children with communication disorders are able to speak by the time they enter school, however, they continue to have problems with communication. School-aged children often have problems understanding and formulating words. Teens may have more difficulty with understanding or expressing abstract ideas. The symptoms of communication disorders may resemble other problems or medical conditions. Always consult your child’s physician for a diagnosis.