Speech Sounds (Articulation)
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Speech Sounds (Articulation)

Helping children and adults produce sounds clearly to improve speech clarity.

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What is Speech Sounds (Articulation)?

Speech sound difficulties, also known as articulation or phonological disorders, involve challenges in producing the sounds of language correctly. This can make it harder for others to understand what someone is saying.

Substituting one sound for another (e.g., saying "wabbit" for "rabbit")

Omitting sounds (e.g., saying "ca" for "cat")

Distorting sounds (making them sound unclear)

Adding sounds

How We Can Help

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Detailed assessment to identify specific speech sound difficulties.

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Individualised therapy programs targeting the production of challenging sounds.

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Using fun and engaging activities for participant to learn and practice sounds.

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Strategies for improving clarity and consistency in connected speech.

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Home practice activities to reinforce learning and generalization.

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Support and education for parents and caregivers.

Indicators

Signs to watch for:

  • Substituting one sound for another consistently.

  • Leaving out sounds in words.

  • Making sounds that are difficult to understand.

  • Frustration or avoidance related to speaking.

  • A child's speech being less clear than expected for their age.

  • Teasing or difficulty being understood by peers.

*These difficulties may vary depending on the participant's age.

“Every voice matters, and finding the right way to support that voice is our highest clinical priority.”

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