Pragmatic Language

Pragmatic Language

Some children may speak very well but seem unable talk to friends. They may enjoy facts and details and love books about insects or outer space, but they may express little interest in socializing. If your child has poor social language, you may hear him say “I don’t...
Following Directions

Following Directions

Do you catch yourself saying things like, “If I had a dollar for every time I asked you to get ready for school, I’d be a millionaire by now?” It can be frustrating when your child doesn’t do what you say. Your child might make comments like, “I didn’t hear you!” or...
Receptive Language

Receptive Language

If you answered yes to the questions above, your child could be having a hard time with comprehension or receptive language. At home, you might notice that you need to often repeat chores, instructions or steps to complete a task. At school, the teacher may report to...
Expressive Language

Expressive Language

Some children have trouble saying what they want to say. Expressive language problems can be common in children. If verbal expression is an issue, your child may frequently say, “I don’t know” or “I don’t remember” when trying to express his or her thoughts. It may be...
Rigid Behavior

Rigid Behavior

Some children are chronically inflexible, controlling, and stubborn. Any subtle change to the routine ends up in an earthquake-style meltdown. The child may tantrum because you forgot to pack something in his lunch. He may refuse to go to school because his favorite...

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