Says and incorrectly in words (2–3 years) k, g, f, t, d, n Produces speech that is unclear, even to familiar people (2–3 years) Stuttering Repeats first sounds of words—“b-b-b-ball” for “ball” Speech breaks while trying to say a word—“-----boy” for “boy” Stretches sounds out—“ffffff-farm” for “farm” Shows frustration when trying to get words out Voice Disorders Uses a hoarse or breathy voice Uses a nasal-sounding voice Hearing Loss Shows a lack of attention to sounds (birth–1 year) Does not respond when you call their name (7 months–1 year) Does not follow simple directions (1–2 Shows delays in speech and language development (birth–3 years) Pulls or scratches at their ears Has difficulty achieving academically, especially in reading and math Is socially isolated and unhappy at school Has persistent ear discomfort after exposure to loud noise (regular and constant listening to electronics at high volumes) Families can more about these signs, get tips for helping their child, and find a searchable database of the professionals who treat communication disorders at . (City) residents who want to schedule an assessment may contact (name) at (phone, email, or website).
Says k, g, f, t, d, and n incorrectly in words (2–3 years) Produces speech that is unclear, even to familiar people (2–3 years) Stuttering Repeats first sounds of words—“b-b-b-ball” for “ball” Speech breaks while trying to say a word—“-----boy” for “boy” Stretches sounds out—“ffffff-farm” for “farm” Shows frustration when trying to get words out Voice Disorders Uses a hoarse or breathy voice Uses a nasal-sounding voice Hearing Loss Shows a lack of attention to sounds (birth–1 year) Does not respond when you call their name (7 months–1 year) Does not follow simple directions (1–2 Shows delays in speech and language development (birth–3 years) Pulls or scratches at their ears Has difficulty achieving academically, especially in reading and math Is socially isolated and unhappy at school Has persistent ear discomfort after exposure to loud noise (regular and constant listening to electronics at high volumes) Families can more about these signs, get tips for helping their child, and find a searchable database of the professionals who treat communication disorders at . (City) residents who want to schedule an assessment may contact (name) at (phone, email, or website).
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