Most children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) don’t receive a diagnosis until they’re three years old or older. However, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) explains that many children will show symptoms when they’re much younger. The early signs of autism can be detected when...
As children grow, they learn and master a wide variety of developmental skills, including oral motor skills. Children must learn how to move the muscles that control their jaws, tongues, lips, cheeks and other parts of their mouths. Mastering these oral motor skills allows children...
Hearing loss is the most frequently diagnosed disability in the United States, according to the Cleveland Clinic. More than 12,000 babies are born with hearing loss every year in the U.S. The ability to hear is a critical factor in cognitive, emotional and social development....
Approximately two to three of every 1,000 children are born with hearing loss in the United States. The sooner hearing loss is diagnosed, the sooner the child can be treated and managed, so vigilance is key for new parents. Newborn hearing screenings became mandatory in...
Watching your child struggle with everyday life can be unbearable for a parent, especially when their difficulties extend to school. There are a number of speech and language disorders that can inhibit communication and growth; if you notice any or all of the following symptoms...