Playing with your child is an essential way to improve his or her speech, language and social skills — and this can be done with toys you likely already have at home. Learn five different toys and ways to play with your child to encourage language growth and development. ...
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October 22 is International Stuttering Awareness Day. Stuttering affects more than 70 million people worldwide — which is about 1 percent of the population. In the United States, that's over 3 million Americans who stutter. The best prevention tool is early intervention, and Gabby’s story is a perfect example. ...
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The first few years of life are a critical time for speech and language development. Children must be able to hear speech clearly in order to learn language. The earlier hearing loss is identified and treated, the more likely the child will develop speech and language skills on par with children who aren’t experiencing hearing issues. ...
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The key to your child's language development and learning success is using two-way communication: interacting with your child and encouraging your child to interact with you. There is no one type of communication that is right for every child, and parents should obtain as much information as possible about the various options. Find an overview of five communication choices here. ...
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COVID-19 has changed the way we all live and approach our daily lives. For children with special needs, the deviation from their regular schedule and normal daily activities often is much harder to cope with than it is for other children. Learn expert tips to help your child with special needs adapt and succeed in school. ...
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The ability to process music appears in specialized areas of the brain during the first few months after birth. It socially connects, communicates, coordinates and instigates neurological and physical movement, stimulates pleasure senses and hormones, alters perception, and shapes personal identities. Find out why a bedtime lullaby is beneficial for babies, kids and adults. ...
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