speech sound disorders

Helping Children Pronounce the /f/ Sound

If your child has a tough time making the /f/ sound, they're in good company. But if this speech error doesn't go away on its own, speech therapy may be needed to correct it. Clear speech is important for several reasons, especially as your child prepares to start school.

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What Causes a Lisp?

A lisp occurs when a person has difficulty pronouncing the /s/ and /z/ sounds. Learn more about what causes a lisp and how it can be corrected.

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How Childhood Apraxia of Speech Is Diagnosed and Treated

While a diagnosis of childhood apraxia of speech can feel overwhelming, with the right type and frequency of speech therapy, many children learn to speak clearly and confidently.

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What Is Muscle Tension Dysphonia, and How Is It Treated?

Muscle tension dysphonia occurs when a person exerts too much pressure on their voice box, making their voice sound tight or strained. Learn the causes and symptoms of MTD and how speech therapy treats this condition.

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It's Never Too Late for Your Child to Start Speech Therapy

While early intervention is ideal, it's never too late to begin supporting your child’s communication development! Learn the speech and language milestones to look for, how to identify possible problems, and how kids of any age can benefit from speech therapy.

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What Is Childhood Apraxia of Speech, and What Causes It?

Childhood apraxia of speech can be tough to diagnose, but there is hope and help through speech therapy. Here we explain what childhood apraxia is, what causes it, and what the symptoms are.

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How Not to Stutter When You’re Nervous

Although anxiety isn’t the root cause of stuttering, feeling worried that you might stutter can affect how you speak. Try these techniques to break this cycle and manage your stutter when you’re feeling nervous.

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Speech and Language Milestones for 5-Year-Olds

There are several communication milestones to look for in your kindergartener, from speaking clearly to holding a conversation. Here’s what to expect from your 5-year-old’s speech and language.

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What Is a Speech Therapy Evaluation?

A speech and language evaluation helps determine whether your child would benefit from speech therapy. Find out what happens during an evaluation and how to get one scheduled.

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Parent Phone Use Can Affect Kids’ Development

It’s not easy for anyone–kids or grownups–to cut back on screen time. But if you spend too much time on your phone, it could affect your child’s communication development. Here’s what the research says, plus some helpful tips for slowing your scroll.

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Transgender Voice Therapy Helps You Find Your Authentic Voice

Gender affirming voice training helps align a person’s voice with their gender identity and expression, unlocking an important aspect of their true self.

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13 Terms Your Speech Therapist Uses and What They Mean

Articulation… cueing… pragmatics. Get the scoop on common speech therapy terms and how they relate to your child’s care with this helpful glossary.

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Helping Children Pronounce the /s/ Sound

Trouble with the /s/ sound, or a lisp, can make your child’s speech sound less mature and more difficult to understand. Here's what you need to know about helping your child with this common speech challenge.

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Speech and Language Milestones for 4-Year-Olds

Speech and language growth is still happening at age 4, when kids become more skilled at speaking clearly, having conversations, and explaining how they feel. Here are the milestones to look for during your child’s fourth year.

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Is It Asthma, or Could It Be Vocal Cord Dysfunction?

If you have breathing problems but asthma medications don’t help, you may actually have a condition called paradoxical vocal fold dysfunction. The right diagnosis and treatment, which may include voice therapy, will get you on a path to breathing easier.

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The Relationship Between Speech Therapy and Academics

While speech and language play a role in literacy, comprehension, and other skills that contribute to school success, learning the alphabet or how to count isn't typically part of speech therapy. Here's why.

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Does Your Accent Make Communication Difficult? Speech Therapy Can Help

Accents make us who we are. But some people who speak English as a second language, or have a regional accent, may choose to modify how they sound. Speech therapy can help you communicate more clearly and easily with others.

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Speech Therapy Helps Manage the Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease (PD)

Speech therapy helps people with Parkinson’s disease who have symptoms that affect speaking, cognitive skills, and swallowing. When you have Parkinson’s, you can still find ways to communicate and stay connected to others.

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Understanding the Different Types of Speech Sound Disorders

If your child struggles with certain speech sounds, they may have a speech sound disorder. Learn more about the different types and when to reach out for a speech therapy evaluation.

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Busting Myths and Building Support for People Who Stutter

Awareness and understanding can help lessen the stigma around stuttering. Learn the truth about some common myths, and find out how you can provide a safe and affirming space for people who stutter.

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Spring and Easter Speech and Language Activities to Try at Home

From cooking and crafts to egg hunts and sidewalk chalk, here are some creative ideas for practicing speech and language skills at home this spring.

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5 Easy Ways to Improve Your Child’s Speech and Language Development

Take advantage of the time you already spend with your child to help them grow their communication skills.

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How to Fit Speech Practice into Your Daily Routine

We get it–with work, school, and all the other activities of everyday life, it might seem tough to fit in speech practice. Follow these easy tips to integrate speech and language practice into your child’s daily routine.

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What to Do if Your Voice Is Bothering You

Your voice is an essential part of who you are. If it’s bothering you, learning the cause and receiving the right treatment can help you get it back.

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5 Ways to Keep Your Child Motivated with Speech Sound Practice

Avoid frustration and keep your child interested in speech practice with these easy, helpful tips.