Speech problems
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Speech problems are common in young children but some speech troubles can indicate a speech or development delay. Find out when to seek further advice.
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Communication is one of life’s most fundamental skills
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Children with selective mutism can’t speak in certain situations. This can interfere with their daily life and development. Children need professional help.
Read more on raisingchildren.net.au website
Stuttering is a common speech problem that makes it hard for children to speak smoothly. If you notice your child has a stutter, see a speech pathologist.
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Communication disorders and impairments include speech disorders, language disorders, stuttering and voice problems. Speech pathologists can often help.
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Speech pathologists are university trained professionals who work with people of all ages to diagnose, manage and treat communication and swallowing problems.
Read more on WA Health website
About one third of stroke survivors have trouble with speech and language. Find out about common difficulties including aphasia
Read more on Stroke Foundation website
Children who stutter should see a speech pathologist, preferably before they start school.
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Stuttering is a speech disorder that usually starts between the ages of 2 and 5 years. Learn more stuttering and when to seek help.
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What is stuttering? Stuttering is a disorder that affects the fluency of speech
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Aphasia is the most common language disorder post-stroke, affecting one-third of all patients diagnosed with stroke. When a patient experiences speech difficulty, word-finding difficulty, or speaks with made-up or inappropriate language, they are likely to be experiencing aphasia.
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The tonsils, which form part of the immune system, consist of two pads of lymphatic tissue at the back of the throat. They help to prevent infection by trapping pathogens that enter the nose and mouth and producing antibodies to kill them. The tonsils are prone to infection and inflammation.
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