Language Delay Singapore

What is the difference between Speech and Language?

• Speech is the verbal expression of language and includes articulation (the way we form sounds and words for instance).
• Language on the other hand, is giving and getting information. It's understanding and being understood through communication — this includes verbal, nonverbal, and written.

What Are Speech or Language Delays in Children?

Speech and language problems usually differ, but may often overlap. For example:

• A child with a language delay might say words well but only be able to put two words together when trying to communicate.
• A child with a speech delay on the other hand, might use words and phrases to express ideas but will be hard for someone else to understand.

One of the most common types of developmental delays, is the delay in a child’s language. Simple speech delays are at times temporary. They can resolve on their own or with a little extra help from the family. It's extremely important to inspire your child to talk to you with signs or sounds and for you to spend lots of time playing with them, reading to them, and talking in general.

Below is a general guideline to a child’s development milestones in language and speech depending on their age. Keep in mind that the below is only a guideline. However, if your child is not meeting a number of these milestones, Dynamics Speech has the expertise to evaluate your child and provide assistance to improve their speech and language.