Speech and language resources

Errors in the way a child produces specific speech sounds. 

A "Phonological Process" is a pattern of errors used by a child to simplify sounds and sets of sounds as they are developing adult-like speech. Phonological Disorders exist beyond the age at which they should typically have disappeared.

Referring to the way in which a child understands (Receptive) or uses (Expressive) language. Delays exist when a child is not able to use these aspects of language within the normal expectations for his or her age.

A disorder of motor planning, CAS occurs when the brain has trouble appropriately planning muscle movements needed to produce speech sounds.  This can affect the placement of the tongue placement, timing, voicing, and/or intensity of movements.

A complex neurological condition which affects how individuals learn, behave, process sensory information, interact and communicate with others.

 A complex disorder which affects the way the child's brain interprets sounds and speech.

 Interruption to the flow of speech.  This may include repetitions or prolongations of parts or full words, excessive use of "um" or "uh", and abnormal rates or rhythm of speech.