Risk Factors for Language Delays

7/2/2019

Not all toddlers who are late to start using words will simply grow out of it. Which of the following are risk factors that suggest a child may have ongoing difficulty with language?

Being a “quiet” baby
Having a history of ear infections
Using mostly nouns (people, places, things), and not many verbs (action words)
Having a family history of communication delay, learning or academic difficulties
Having difficulty understanding language
Not using many gestures to communicate
Being born on a Thursday

Answer: 1-6 are risk factors
Early intervention leads to better outcomes. If you have concerns about your child’s speech and language development, call for a free phone consultation.

Source: “How to Tell if Your Child is a Late Talker – And What to Do about It” by Lauren Lowry

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