SOSfor speech and language

difficulties

7 Signs Of Speech, language and communication difficulties to look out for in children

“My child can find it difficult to say what they want or to understand people.”

“My child doesn’t talk as much as children of the same age.”

“My child seems to get stuck on some words.”

“People find it difficult to understand what my child is saying.”

“My child gets teased about the way they talk.”

“My child finds it difficult to talk to other children and make friends.”

“My child’s voice sounds strange.”

20% of the population may experience difficulties in communication at some point in their lives.

Problems with speech and language imprison the individual and severely limit their participation in family life, the community, education & the world of work.

Speech and language therapists enable people to develop or regain vital communication and swallowing skills.

SOSfor speech and language

difficulties

7 Signs Of Speech, language and communication difficulties to look out for in adults

“Since my stroke I find conversations very difficult.”

“Since my illness my speech is all muddled.”

“My swallow feels different. I keep choking.”

“My voice isn’t like it used to be and sometimes I lose it.”

“My elderly parent is confused and her talking sounds odd.”

“I have a learning disability and need help to communicate with other people.”

“I stammer and stumble on words and this is making my life difficult.”

20% of the population may experience difficulties in communication at some point in their lives.

Problems with speech and language imprison the individual and severely limit their participation in family life, the community, education & the world of work.

Speech and language therapists enable people to develop or regain vital communication and swallowing skills.