Will Your Speech Delayed Child Catch up?

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It depends on your child’s diagnosis and severity
As the saying goes “how long is a piece of string?” the answer is - it depends! Every child is different and their abilities vary. That’s why we need to know whether the diagnosis is in speech, language or both. Moreover, sometimes you’d be able to identify whether it’s a delay or a disorder. This needs to be determined by a qualified speech therapist.
In general, a delay implies that a child would catch up, whereas a disorder means that the development is out of order. However, the degree of severity will affect how long a child would need to be treated. Let’s say that your child has a speech disorder where he cannot articulate a few sounds only. For simplicity’s sake, maybe the /L/and /s/ sound, then you can expect that it wouldn’t take long for a speech therapist to correct that.
It may be a long fight
Answering how long a child needs to be in therapy is a tough question. Expecting that it would be a long fight is the correct mentality going in. There are many cases that children catch up really quickly and do not require therapy for long. When we say this, it isn’t because we want your money. In fact, the quality of therapy is measured by how many children improve. The more children get results and leave therapy, the easier it is for parents to trust us. So expect that this will take quite some time. Work with your child and realize there are no shortcuts.
Early intervention and homework is essential
We’ve heard it many times, maybe by therapy clinics to get you to sign up for their package. Early intervention is crucial. Because learning is easier when you start earlier. Children can get into the groove of therapy and accept that they will have to sit down to work on speech and language daily. We have students even in adulthood who still require speech therapy. Although their language skills are age-appropriate, there are social skills to be fine-tuned. It’s a lifelong journey.

[@AgentsofSpeech]

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[@tbh5207]

I wish I had this video 8 years ago when our child was first diagnosed. He touches on details of how our mindset should be and some harsh realities we all need to consider.

[@AgentsofSpeech]

Yes

[@sonalijana7272]

It's an eye opener for parents... we know our kids need therapy..... reality is hard....we need to accept and take one day as it comes.... thanks for the video.

[@AgentsofSpeech]

No problem!

[@kittyaddison2800]

I really like and appreciate how realistic you put it in this video. My daughter is four and a half years old. She has trouble sounding her words (only half of what she says is understandable) and mixes sound positions with "s" words by putting it at the back instead of the front. She has speech therapy at her school and has improved quite a lot. Before she started, she couldn't be understood much at all and would just make general ambiguous sounds. I got us in an early prevention program, but it did little (kinda made me feel like I wasn't teaching her right since 99% of what to do was on my part and I'm not a trained pathologist or anything and they just told me what she needs to work on 🤷🏻‍♀️). The past couple years have been an uphill battle, but it's far from over. She really tries everyday, but like any typical kid, she only has the patience to practice for up to a half hour (on a good day).

[@AgentsofSpeech]

You got this!!

[@kittyaddison2800]

@AbdulRahman-lv5pj That stuff don't work. Autism isn't something that can be cured through herbs. Don't spread that kind of misinformation around as it can cause more harm than good to those with autism.

[@Just_A_Casual_Fan_Sorry]

Keep up the fight sister! 💪

[@nancy1543]

Thank you!!!!! I’ve Learned a lot from You to Help My 2yr Old!!! God Bless you!!

[@AgentsofSpeech]

You are so welcome!

[@nadiakadyrova4073]

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[@AgentsofSpeech]

@@nadiakadyrova4073that's a scam as you can see

[@tonyablessings3112]

@@AgentsofSpeechcan you please evaluate a kid ? ( zoom )

[@AgentsofSpeech]

@@tonyablessings3112 no we don't do that

[@AbdulAlim-hn6zu]

Thanks it is really helps us as parents

[@AgentsofSpeech]

you're welcome

[@mercyflower264]

My Baby girl is 2yrs 7mtn. She can say. How are you? Good job! Names all the colours and points them. Counts 1-10. Sings A-Z. But she rarely follows instructions. Only instructions from strangers. Keeps a good eyes contact. But can't have a conversation. Do you think she needs a therapy? To improve her conversation?

[@AgentsofSpeech]

Get an assessment first

[@shaniquamichaux1422]

My son is the same, we got him in speech therapy and he has blossomed and now says some 3 word phrases. I say get a speech evaluation, you may have to push for it since most pediatricians will kind of shrug it off. Edited to add we got him started at 2.5 years old and he just turned 3

[@btlmir]

@@shaniquamichaux1422do ST start with one word initially ?

[@shaniquamichaux1422]

@@btlmir they start with categories after the assessment. So we made weekly goals to try and work on. Like learning more nouns and verbs. Now we are working on prepositions. He just started speaking in small sentences.

[@SandyLovesMarc]

You’ve given me hope for my 18 year old son, because you helped a 30 year old. I thought it was over because of his age..He’s been to so many therapists and they work on things he doesn’t need help with like idioms etc. He stammers so much and says hmm, reverses and changes what he is saying. He has no fluidity. He is on the spectrum. His symptoms are the stammering and no fluidity. What can I do to help him? I will do anything!!!! He wants to work and be independent but how if he struggles to communicate. You’d have to be so patient and have all the time in the world to wait to see what he will say. One sentence takes forever. I want to help him. Please! 😭🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@AgentsofSpeech]

we need to know which language level does his stuttering become manageable... Does he stutter at word level? Phrase? or only at sentence? does he stutter when he sings?

[@SandyLovesMarc]

@@AgentsofSpeech ALL! But 99% of the time at sentence level. The rest only about 30% of the time. Thanks for answering. Let me know if there’s something I can do for my boy.

[@AgentsofSpeech]

@@SandyLovesMarc the best thing is to go through speech therapy for stuttering

[@linahmorathi4943]

My daughter is 6 she had speech problem ,what can I do please

[@Just_A_Casual_Fan_Sorry]

I have 3 officemates who are on the spectrum. 2 engineers over 30 yrs old. The girl is in her 20s. They all have different levels. But the other engineer struggles with speech. He stutters continuously, by word and by sentences. He doesn't get social cues but he manages with everyone in the office with a little bit of sense of humor. Has struggles with work but excels at computer programs. Bullying and teasing happens but others got his back too. He's living independently thousands of kilometers from his parents. We took care of him when he had a panic attack because he skipped his meds because he has trouble sleeping. Obviously it all depends on the levels. But from what I observe is that this is a life long commitment for parents. If they're gonna live independently, it's best if it's only within a hundred kilometers away from you. They need you. I have a 3y.o. diagnosed to be on the spectrum too.❤

[@nickeishagolding5918]

Thank you, I really appreciate this

[@AgentsofSpeech]

You're very welcome!

[@btlmir]

Do you have home plans for parents of toddlers

[@vani556]

Hi anyone help me, my daughters name call response only with parents and brother. Outsiders calling her, she is not responding. Can any one suggest what we can do to overcome this problem??

[@lilliangortarez1208]

My grandson is 10 years old where do I start and how to start I'm gonna say it's severe no language has been established yet sound and laughs there are visual problems legally blind doesn't eat solid food no communication skills but understands by handing me bottle for refills and hold on to my hand when he likes food I'm giving him usually ice cream depends on texture of food .

[@ponypony1]

Can you please evaluate my daughter?

[@mhaliaa]

What is the name of the book ?

[@ailyncabradilla9341]

thank you so much❤

[@dhashwinakumar4004]

hi...my son can use some single words like lorry car, house, three,bus,shop...bt doctor said in 3 years my son need to use 4 to 5 words...my generation boys all delay speech...can u help me

[@Satzie7014]

My 3.5 yr old is extremely good at naming objects, colors, shapes, numbers, alohabets, etc. He follwos simple instructiins.. But he cant answer or ask simple questions.. Like whats ur name, where are u going.. No answer.. He is not able to distinguish statements and questions.. Any guidance is highly appreciated..

[@miha6008]

I got same problem with my daughter which is 4 years old. 😑

[@Satzie7014]

@@miha6008 i see u.. Its depressing.. One thing works for me.. Dont ask him questions.. Dont ask him to repeat what u speak.. Just keep commenting about the topics he like.. For example if he likes cars.. Keep talking about cars in simple sentences.. Like.. There is a red car on road.. Blah blah blah..For hours and hours.. He will slowly start talking simple sentences about cars and try to use similar sentences for other topics.. Say airplane.. He will at one point start saying there is a green airplane on the sky..hope that helps

[@Tlhamo1000]

I have same problem with my 3.10 yr old

[@jarimdas6673]

@@Satzie7014 plzz stop screen time,i think your baby virtual artisum

[@rozisharma6646]

Same problem with my kid he is 2.6 yr old.

[@MrFuchew]

My son is 19 month and not talking. I think it's more my fault than anything, not working with him to teach language. I thought that if I just talked to him a lot he would start but maybe that's not the case? He has hit every other milestone and his doctor says he isn't autistic. Apparently his comprehension is behind as well, I'm told he should understand commands like go get your cup. However if I haven't taught him the word cup obviously he can't do this. So how do I teach him "cup" just show him the cup and repeat the word endlessly?

[@AgentsofSpeech]

it's not your fault my friend - focus on verbs, not nouns

[@mohitsekhawat634]

How's your baby now

[@hauntedmobile9005]

My 4 year old have gdd and low muscle tone he is having development but his development is soo slow that he is 2 years behind he started walking at 3 year he is now 4 year can follow single command and say tayz for toys ballgs for balls and one more word that is give me rest he babbles will he be able to catch up 😢?

[@lilliangortarez1208]

I'm wondering if this goes for a child that is also blind

[@ochukoichekor]

I have learn so much from your other video. My son who is 3 years only has the A,E,S,O,Y sound. But has not say a clear word. How can I increase it

[@AgentsofSpeech]

Hey Ochuko, try to move on to double vowels like /ai/, /au/, /ao/, /ei/, /ou/ and so on... He should be mastering those sounds first.

[@vanha7582]

I can give u a hand but u got to climb it yourself natural human nature instinct is the best way nothing can teach that

[@Cossychick]

My son has just been diagnosed with severe phonological disorder and some Oro-motor problems. He is 4.5 years old. Ive been trying to get him help for 1.5 years. I worry that he wont catch up in time for school. How can i help him? Hardly anyone can understand him.

[@AgentsofSpeech]

ok so he's going to speech therapy right? What sounds are you guys working on, and what errors does he have?

[@Cossychick]

He has just been evacuated 2 weeks ago and will have his first session next week. I have found he can make most speech sounds but struggles with f, th, w. What he cant do is use them in words. When he talks he has a d at the beginning of most words. He has great understanding and is very social, just struggles to talk. I guess ill just have to wait and see how the speech therapist is going to begin helping us.

[@AgentsofSpeech]

@@Cossychick yep, speech therapy will help a lot. I would say start off with the /f/ sound first.

[@edzeeeaaa2743]

My son was first diagnosed of GDD with feature of ASD, all his skills and communication iş like for 9 mths old though he iş 3 yrs old already...5 days ago we have re-assess him after 6 mths of ot and the dev ped said he iş out of spectrum and just a language disorder. Now, we just continue our ot and speech. Any input?

[@AgentsofSpeech]

hard to have any input with such limited information...

[@btlmir]

How is he now ❤

[@maridevipam1554]

Hi Sir .. good day .. I’m. a kinder teacher.. I have a child .. 4 years old .. who doesn’t speak at all .. he just imitate .. like parrot .. but couldn’t speak by himself He communicate with sounds .. and a few ..words like teacher Sounds “ chicha “ I have been trying to talk slowly and introduce sounds ... but .. the progress is slow Can u advice Thank you

[@AgentsofSpeech]

Get him to a speech therapist!

[@ManishKumar-xn8uz]

Does speech delay also affect maturity in child?

[@AgentsofSpeech]

Yes and no, it largely depends on your child's personality and if the delay affects how play skills and social development.

[@ManishKumar-xn8uz]

Thanks for responding. My boy is 4.5 year old We put him in speech Therapy and around 3 months has passed. Earlier he was only able to speak papa and mama and pani(water). Now he repeat the words and sentences too and sometimes he frames the sentence by him self like papa ji chair dedo(father give me chair). And now he follows the command as well. But I doubt on his maturity. I hope he will recover soon

[@btlmir]

@@ManishKumar-xn8uz how is your son now

[@ManishKumar-xn8uz]

@@btlmir Therapies are going on, now he has speech. And work on language development is going on.

[@btlmir]

@@ManishKumar-xn8uz is he on the asd spectrum ? Did you get him evaluated

[@shawkatarachowdhury4529]

Do you have any iTunes channel

[@AgentsofSpeech]

You mean a podcast? No, we don't

[@allisonramasar7373]

Hi, I have a four year old who started therapy 6 months ago. He is is at 20 months scatteted

[@allisonramasar7373]

Will he ever ever reach his age level?

[@AgentsofSpeech]

I have no idea how to answer that question. I wish I did...

[@tubakhan8731]

Hello, Ming Sir i just want ur suggestion from your side,i hve one of my student he is suffering from speech delay issue, he has a Speech bt he is not vocal , whenever we ask or we take his name during the class he just keep quiet only he not even say a single word l his mumma also takes lots of effort just to make him speeck , wht i do sir for him any suggestions from ur side! Thank you.

[@AgentsofSpeech]

my suggestion is to refer to a speech therapists in your local area!

[@tubakhan8731]

@@AgentsofSpeech He is taking tharepy! thn to no response! how do I make him speak ,if i call-out his name during the class !!!!????

[@AgentsofSpeech]

@@tubakhan8731 he needs a shadow teacher

[@tubakhan8731]

@@AgentsofSpeech Thank you 😊 for your reply. Noted Ming Sir.

[@Heman-x1n]

Hey bro appreciate this video. Question my son is 11 months. He's developing well and hitting milestones but I feel he has been watching a little to much TV. He says mom, up, Papa, but that's about it. Should I cut the TV off completely? We use it to watch sesame street (he's an Elmo fan) and other education shows. Any advice?

[@AgentsofSpeech]

Focus on having quality play time instead of thinking about cutting screen time. What is he gonna do if he's not watching?

[@rajitaravur5434]

Hello how do we reach out for evaluation

[@AgentsofSpeech]

sorry we don't do evaluations online

[@saimabi2268]

My child has said a few words and is aged 2 however she struggles with the comprehension side. She’s says dada and ok and nods no. However when she wants her father she cries for him rather than calling dada? Any tips ? Thanks

[@mohitsekhawat634]

How's your baby now

[@liz71430..]

My son is 4 years old,he can say mum,sound A,bu,cu ,du but when you try to tell him to repeat sound is not coming out, he is struggling out.well I enloaded him to school this 1months now he colour ,interact but speech still not coming out?how can you help

[@AgentsofSpeech]

please check out www.agentsofspeech.com/micro

[@ceegee5335]

Do you know anything about children diagnosed with Mixed Expressive Language Delay? What is the prognosis for those ones?

[@AgentsofSpeech]

prognosis can only be given by the assessor

[@caren1878]

My daughter is 2.6 years old. She say mama , papa , Tita, and Tito but sometimes she don't talk. She understand abc number and animals but can't say any of that . Can you help me.

[@AgentsofSpeech]

Watch the videos about that on our channel

[@SidTrip]

What makes SLPs suspect Apraxia of Speech in kids? It's an extremely rare disorder and chances of someone having it is almost 0 but I see Speech therapists (like you) mention it quite off-handledly and others dole out this diagnosis like candy. Could you elaborate your approach of diagnosing a kid with apraxia of speech or verbal dyspraxia?

[@AgentsofSpeech]

It is not candy. I only talk about it because of awareness. You can watch our video on dyspraxia vs apraxia. kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4TMmWp3ltGIlac