Speech and language evaluations are a crucial part of the treatment process for children and adults with speech, language, and developmental disorders. These evaluations can help determine whether a child has a specific disorder or condition, as well as whether that disorder is impacting their ability to communicate effectively. At Concierge Speech Services of Atlanta, we are proud to offer our patients the highest quality of care in the industry, with a focus on providing our patients with the best possible outcomes. Our team of experienced SLPs offers comprehensive evaluations and treatment services for all ages.
Articulation disorders are characterized by a problem with the production of speech sounds, while those with a phonological disorder will experience a problem with the organization of sounds in words. Both articulation and phonological disorders can be diagnosed through observations made by parents or teachers, as well as through a speech and language evaluation performed by a professional. Treatment for these disorders depends on the cause but often includes therapy to improve both speech production and sound organization. A child with either disorder may have trouble with syllables, rhyming words, consonant blends, and other aspects of speech. Therapy can help them learn how to overcome these difficulties by improving their ability to accurately comprehend and pronounce challenging words and sentences.
Receptive language comprehension, also known as receptive language ability, is the ability to understand spoken words and phrases and written sentences. It's how well you can comprehend what you hear or read. The ability to understand spoken language involves more than just hearing sounds; it also includes understanding what those sounds mean. This includes both the meaning of individual words on their own and the meaning of a series of words in a sentence or paragraph. An assessment for receptive language comprehension will involve an evaluation of the child's ability to understand spoken language, including verbal commands, stories and descriptions of events, and other forms of communication that require interpretation by the listener.
Expressive language is the ability to convey a message through words, phrases, sentences, or paragraphs. It is a very important part of communication because it allows us to share our thoughts with others. Children who have delayed expressive language skills may have difficulty using words to ask for things, tell stories about their day, describe objects or locations, and give reasons for their actions. They may also have difficulty using grammatical structures such as plural nouns, past tense verbs, and pronouns. It is important that children receive treatment for any delays in expressive language skills so they can develop age-appropriate communication skills as quickly as possible.
If you're considering speech and language evaluation, or are seeking treatment after diagnosis, call Concierge Speech Services of Atlanta. We would love to talk with you about your options. Our team of specialists will work together to develop a course of action that's going to help you get the best results possible. Contact our office for more information or to schedule your first appointment.
