Learn about newborn hearing screening and the importance of early intervention when a child is deaf or hard of hearing.
For Newborns With Hearing Loss, Screening Opens Window to a World of Sound
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How to Raise a Bilingual Child, According to an Expert
Advice for parents on how to raise children that speak more than one language, as well as information on the benefits of bilingualism.
The Power of Early: Helping Families Change Their Child’s Trajectory
Information and Resources for Parents and Caregivers About Autism Spectrum Disorder By Amy M. Wetherby, PhD, CCC-SLP At a Glance Autism can be formally diagnosed at 18–24 months but is still routinely not being diagnosed until age 4 or 5. Warning signs of autism can be seen as early as 9 months of age. Not…
Poll: One In Four Parents Concerned About Their Child’s Ability to Communicate
Speech-language pathologists headed the list of professionals that parents sought help from for their children’s speech and language issues; for hearing problems, pediatricians were the most commonly consulted, followed closely by audiologists.
Parents of Young Children: Put Down Your Smartphones
This article shares easy ways parents can help encourage young children’s communication development—and offers advice for creating tech boundaries so smartphones don’t interfere with everyday communication opportunities.
How to Raise Concerns about a Child’s Speech and Language Development: Do’s and Don’ts
This article discusses tips for talking respectfully and productively about a potential communication delay.
Stop, Drop and Talk—The Importance of Talking to Your Child
This blog discusses the signs of speech and language disorders; how parents can foster their children’s language development, and more.
Keys to Success: Helping Children with Hearing Loss Succeed
ASHA President Judith L. Page discusses how early identification and intervention can make a substantial difference in the development of a child with hearing loss.
Unplug Your Kids This Summer
Speech-language pathologist Ann Kummer reminds parents about the importance of limiting the time young children spend using technology alone in favor of time for talking and interacting together.
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Launches Campaign to Highlight Importance of Early Detection of Communication Disorders
The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) has launched a nationwide multimedia campaign—Identify the Signs—to raise awareness of the early warning signs of speech, language, and hearing issues.