Warning Signs



There are many warning signs parents can look for to spot an articulation disorder.
Some Signs to Look For in Comparison to Other Children in The  Same Age Group:

  • by age1, an infant doesn't cry, babble or pay attention to other voices
  • by age 2, a child can't put some words together in speech
  • by age 3, a child's speech is difficult for those outside the family to understand
  • by age 4, a child doesn't have a growing vocabulary, speak in short sentences and make most sounds - or a child points to things instead of talking
  • by age 5, a child can't carry on a simple conversation, stutters or sounds much different from playmates
Signs to Look For In The Child's Speech

Pay special attention if a child:

  • is difficult to understand
  • uses and pronounces words incorrectly
  • consistently uses incorrect grammar
  • can't seem to hear or understand others well
  • speaks too loudly
  • begins to develop a hesitating speech pattern
  • doesn't speak




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