Use the following charts to help recognize signs of speech, language, and hearing disorders and find thehelp needed to address these disorders. Signs of a Language Disorder Age Range Sign 2 – 3 months and up does not smile/interact with others 4 – 7 months does not babble (“bababa”) 7 – 12 months very few…
Use the following charts to help recognize signs of speech, language, and hearing disorders and find the help needed to address these disorders.
Signs of a Language Disorder
Age Range
Sign
2 – 3 months and up
does not smile/interact with others
4 – 7 months
does not babble (“bababa”)
7 – 12 months
very few sounds or gestures (pointing)
7 months – 2 years
poor comprehension of what others say
1 1/2 – 2 years
all speech is difficult for familiar listeners to understand
1 1/2 – 3 years
does not combine words into sentences
2 – 3 years
difficulty talking to and playing with peers
2 1/2 – 3 years
difficulty with early literacy and pre-writing skills
Signs of a Speech Sound Disorder
Age Range
Sign
by age 3
incorrect production of early sounds /p,b,m,h, w/ in words
by age 4
incorrect production of /k,g,f,t,d,n/ in words
by age 5
speech is unclear, even to familiar listeners
Signs of a Stuttering Disorder
Age Range
Sign
2 1/2 – 3 years
difficulty producing sounds or words
2 1/2 – 3 years
repeats the first sound of words (b-b-b-baby for “baby”)
2 1/2 – 3 years
frequent pauses of silence when talking
2 1/2 – 3 years
stretching sounds out while talking (sssss-silly for “silly”)
Signs of a Voice Disorder
Age Range
Sign
any age
hoarse- or breathy-sounding voice
any age
nasal quality to voice
Signs of a Hearing Problem
Age Range
Sign
birth – 1 year
poor attention to sounds in the environment
7 months – 1 year
does not respond when name is called
1 – 2 years
difficulty following simple directions
birth – 3 years
delays in speech and/or language development
any age
scratching or pulling at ears
school-age
limited academic progress, especially math and/or reading
school-age
social isolation and unhappiness at school
school-age
discomfort in ears after exposure to loud noise
If you think your child may have problems with speech, language, or hearing…
Do not hesitate to ask your child’s pediatrician about an evaluation from a certified Medical Support Services Speech-Language Pathologist or Audiologist. If your child is school-age, discuss your concerns with his/her teacher. Identifying a communication disorder early plays a key role in how soon effective and appropriate treatment can take place. For any questions, give us a call at (262) 287-0090.
