In the United States, an estimated 15 percent of children ages 3 to 17 have developmental delays or disabilities; in children’s first years, some of these delays may be evident in late acquisition of skills like crawling, walking and talking. Read more >>
Inside an Evaluation for Learning Disorders
When a child is struggling in school, the first step to finding help is figuring out what’s getting in his way. As a starting point, you need an evaluation of your child’s learning profile, to identify strengths and weaknesses, and Read more >>
If you’re a parent and want your children to develop into lifelong learners, there are a range of things that you can do. The Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development created a video series in Read more >>
Early Childhood Language Development Resources [downloadable]
Kids start developing communication skills from the moment they’re born. Newborns quickly begin to recognize important sounds in their environment, such as their parents’ voices. As they grow, babies start recognizing the sounds that form language, such as the way Read more >>
Speech and Language Developmental Milestones
The first 3 years of life, when the brain is developing and maturing, is the most intensive period for acquiring speech and language skills. These skills develop best in a world that is rich with sounds, sights, and consistent exposure Read more >>
This workshop focuses on identifying students with language-based learning disabilities (LBLD); understanding the differences between LBLD and a non-verbal learning disability (NVLD); and understanding/interpreting the evaluation process including neuropsychological, educational, and speech-language testing. Melody O’Neil, M.S. Ed and Associate Director Read more >>
When Should You Seek the Advice of a Speech-Language Pathologist?
Written by Nova Consunto, Speech-Language Pathologist at CHC With kids’ speech and language abilities developing at such different rates, it’s hard to know when to be concerned about delays. Here are the top ten indicators that it might be time Read more >>
Diagnosing and Managing Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) [downloadable]
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder that affects behavior, communication and social functioning. Psychologists can play an important role diagnosing ASD and helping people cope with and manage the challenges associated with the disorder. Read more >>
Dyslexia is a complex language problem. It involves not being able to break down a word into the sounds that make it up, as well as not being able to think or write about the sounds in a word. Research Read more >>
How Much Do You Know About Speech and Language Development?
How many words does a typical 18-month-old child speak? Does speaking more than one language to a child confuse her or delay language development? Test your knowledge about speech and language development in young children with this 10-question quiz developed Read more >>
