So-called “non-functional” disorders
Dysphasia
Dysphasia is a complex developmental communication disorder that affects both expression and comprehension. The child cannot handle the language code.
Diagnosis of dysphasia is usually not possible until 5-6 years old. It can be suspected when the child does not progress, despite the language rehabilitation that he has started. The speech therapist can then direct him to a referent language center for a more complete medical check-up (with an ENT, a pediatric neurologist, a child psychiatrist, etc.).
If the diagnosis of dysphasia is made, the care of the child by a speech therapist is often long-term, with 2 to 3 sessions per week, over several years. An essential rehabilitation for the child. Namely that there are different types of dysphasia, the causes of which may be a neurological disorder or related to development.
Stuttering
It appears very often around 3-4 years old and may go away very well on its own. However, we should not trivialize stuttering. Better to consult a speech therapist to help your child overcome this disorder.
Usually, he or she gives parents little advice first that may be enough to solve the problem. Depending on the evolution of the stuttering, the child may have to consult regularly but, often, this is not a long-term care.
Not to do — Do not repeat a child who has speech defects — Do not blame to a child who speaks badly To do — Rephrase in adult words poorly spoken sentences by the child so that he can hear and assimilate the correct formulations — Don’t “talk baby” to her child — Listen to teachers who suspect a language disorder, although it is not always easy to accept — Stay tuned of her child |
Prevent language disorders Wrap your child in “a language bath”, a “word bath”, talk to him, read him little stories, make him listen to nursery rhymes and songs … so many attentions that will promote his language. The important thing is also to do it with pleasure! A consultation with the speech therapist is never unnecessary. Better to prevent too early than too late! To find out more about prevention methods, age by age, etc. |
Written communication disorder
Dyslexia
Dyslexia is a reading disorder that usually manifests as difficulty learning to read. The causes are still poorly understood but several hypotheses have been put forward, including a neurological origin or a genetic predisposition.
When children have problems learning to write (inversion, confusion of words, etc.), we speak of dysorthography.
The first signs of dyslexia most often appear in CP, when children are learning to read. But no hasty panic! At this age, some toddlers still confuse sounds, which is why we cannot establish an accurate diagnosis at this stage. If the disorders persist, a visit to the speech therapist is however recommended before entering CE1 …
Associations that can help you: The National Federation of Speech-Language Pathologists: http://www.orthophonistes.fr The Standing Liaison Committee for Speech-Language Pathologists / Speech-Language Pathologists: http://www.cplol.org |