When a person has trouble understanding others (receptive language), or sharing thoughts, ideas, and feelings completely (expressive language), then he or she has a language disorder.
When talking or gesturing are not possible or are very slow to develop AAC can be used to help. Low-tech forms include pictures, objects, or written words exchanged for an object or action. High-tech forms include speech generating devices that can be accessed by touching keys or even using eye-gaze.
Academic difficulties
A specific learning impairment can cause issues with academic success. Speech-language therapy can compliment the other resources these children may need to succeed in school.
