Why I tell parents to point at things to help late talkers to speak
Most kids gesture before they talk. For example, they: point at things they want parents to look at; shake their heads to say “no”; and…
My child is having emotional and behavioural problems at school. Should I get his language development checked?
Yes, and as soon as practicable. Why? 1. Children with undiagnosed and untreated language disorders are at risk both academically and socially For over 30…
My child stutters. Is it because he’s shy? sensitive? hyper?
And why does my child’s stuttering get worse when she’s stressed out? Parents ask me sensible questions like these all the time, so I thought…
Childhood Apraxia of Speech: FAQs and treatment update
In 2015, exciting new research has been published about the treatment of Childhood Apraxia of Speech. I want to tell you about it. But, first,…
“Does Dyslexia Exist?”
For a surefire way to ignite a global debate, simply ask this question in public. That’s what Professor Julian “Joe” Elliott and Simon Gibbs did when…