What is Speech & Language Therapy?

Speech therapy is the scientific field that addresses difficulties related to spoken and written language. It deals with communication disorders, speech, language, voice, chewing, and swallowing in individuals of all ages. The speech therapist sensitively and carefully guides people to achieve specific goals. Their role is to discover the unique needs of each individual, assess communication difficulties, and create a personalized treatment plan. With patience and understanding, the speech therapist helps individuals overcome obstacles related to speech, voice, language, and more.

What are the language comprehension milestones, what are the recommended activities, and when should referrals be made?

9 Months

Language Comprehension Milestones:

The child begins to recognize their name and respond when you call them.

The child understands the concept of "no" or "don't" indicating the beginning of understanding basic commands.

The child recognizes and shows interest in the names of some familiar objects.

Recommended Activities:

Games with Anticipation: Use children's songs and games that create anticipation. This enhances the child's engagement and emotional connection with language.

‍Simple Commands and Conversation: Talk about things as you do them, using simple phrases of 1 or 2 words, such as "ball" or "careful."

Referral Indicators:

The child does not turn when called, indicating a possible delay in understanding commands.

The child does not show interest in noisy toys, which may indicate issues with sensory processing or attention.

18 Months

Language Comprehension Milestones:

The child begins to understand and follow simple commands, such as "Lift your teddy bear."

The child points to familiar objects when asked, showing progress in recognizing and understanding concepts.

Recommended Activities:

Daily Activities:Incorporate the child into daily activities using simple language. This helps with understanding everyday commands and expanding their vocabulary.

Encouraging Listening: Encourage the child to listen and respond to simple commands, enhancing their ability to understand language in a daily context.

Referral Indicators:

If the child is unable to give objects when asked, this may indicate difficulties in understanding commands.

If the child does not wish to play with others, it could affect their social development and suggest a need for further evaluation.

2 Years Old

Language Comprehension Milestones:

The child can follow commands with 2 basic words, such as "get the spoon."

The child shows interest in picture stories and can bring objects from another room when asked.

Recommended Activities:

Reporting Events: Talk about events and situations as you engage in them, using simple language to help the child better understand the language.

Read Stories Frequently read familiar picture books to enhance the child's understanding and interest in language.

Referral Indicators:

If the child does not follow simple commands, such as "get your shoes," there may be a need for a language development assessment.

3 Years Old

Language Comprehension Milestones:

The child understands words that indicate position (e.g., up, down).

The child understands some adjectives (e.g., big, wet, tall) and can recognize 3 basic words.

Recommended Activities:

Sorting and Matching: Play games that involve sorting and matching objects, such as toys with colors and shapes.

Discuss Details:Talk about the position, size, color, number, and texture of objects.

Referral Indicators:

If the child does not follow three-part commands (e.g., "Take the book and put it on the table"), further evaluation may be required.

4 Years Old

Language Comprehension Milestones:

The child understands concepts of the past and the future.

Recommended Activities:

Games with Temporal Concepts: Play games such as "Simon Says" that incorporate concepts of time.

Discuss the Past: Encourage conversations about past events to reinforce understanding of time.

Referral Indicators:

If the child does not understand basic concepts such as size and position, additional support may be needed to develop language comprehension.

Co-Therapy: Music Therapy and Speech & Language Therapy TOGETHER!

The combination of music therapy and speech therapy represents an innovative method that merges these two fields for the best possible outcome. Two therapists, the music therapist and the speech therapist, work closely together to provide a comprehensive and multidimensional approach to therapy. This collaboration allows for the creation of individualized treatment programs that address the specific needs of each child. The music therapist can make the sessions more creative and enjoyable, while the speech therapist focuses on developing the child's verbal skills, pronunciation, articulation, and overall communication abilities.

Within a therapeutic, creative, and enjoyable framework, aligned with the goals of speech therapy, the music therapist will use clinical improvisation and other approaches to contribute to:

The development of phonological awareness

Improving articulation

The development of vocal, verbal, and social communication

Reproducing spoken words and short phrases

With this approach, children can enjoy a more holistic therapeutic experience, which not only helps them improve their language skills but also fosters their love for music, encourages self-expression, and embraces their potential!

Speech & Language Therapy

What is Speech & Language Therapy?

What are the language comprehension milestones, what are the recommended activities, and when should referrals be made?

9 Months

The child begins to recognize their name and respond when you call them.

The child understands the concept of "no" or "don't" indicating the beginning of understanding basic commands.

The child recognizes and shows interest in the names of some familiar objects.

Games with Anticipation: Use children's songs and games that create anticipation. This enhances the child's engagement and emotional connection with language.

‍Simple Commands and Conversation: Talk about things as you do them, using simple phrases of 1 or 2 words, such as "ball" or "careful."

The child does not turn when called, indicating a possible delay in understanding commands.

The child does not show interest in noisy toys, which may indicate issues with sensory processing or attention.

18 Months

The child begins to understand and follow simple commands, such as "Lift your teddy bear."

The child points to familiar objects when asked, showing progress in recognizing and understanding concepts.

Daily Activities:Incorporate the child into daily activities using simple language. This helps with understanding everyday commands and expanding their vocabulary.

Encouraging Listening: Encourage the child to listen and respond to simple commands, enhancing their ability to understand language in a daily context.

If the child is unable to give objects when asked, this may indicate difficulties in understanding commands.

If the child does not wish to play with others, it could affect their social development and suggest a need for further evaluation.

2 Years Old

The child can follow commands with 2 basic words, such as "get the spoon."

The child shows interest in picture stories and can bring objects from another room when asked.

Reporting Events: Talk about events and situations as you engage in them, using simple language to help the child better understand the language.

Read Stories Frequently read familiar picture books to enhance the child's understanding and interest in language.

If the child does not follow simple commands, such as "get your shoes," there may be a need for a language development assessment.

3 Years Old

The child understands words that indicate position (e.g., up, down).

The child understands some adjectives (e.g., big, wet, tall) and can recognize 3 basic words.

Sorting and Matching: Play games that involve sorting and matching objects, such as toys with colors and shapes.

Discuss Details:Talk about the position, size, color, number, and texture of objects.

If the child does not follow three-part commands (e.g., "Take the book and put it on the table"), further evaluation may be required.

4 Years Old

The child understands concepts of the past and the future.

Games with Temporal Concepts: Play games such as "Simon Says" that incorporate concepts of time.

Discuss the Past: Encourage conversations about past events to reinforce understanding of time.

If the child does not understand basic concepts such as size and position, additional support may be needed to develop language comprehension.

Co-Therapy: Music Therapy and Speech & Language Therapy TOGETHER!

The development of phonological awareness

Improving articulation

The development of vocal, verbal, and social communication

Reproducing spoken words and short phrases

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