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Every child develops speech at his or her own pace. If you think your child might have a communication problem, you should consider seeking professional help sooner rather than later. While there is no \u201cset age\u201d at which these problems arise, early detection and intervention is the most beneficial for the child.<\/p>\n

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When a child is very young, it\u2019s not always easy to tell whether he has a speech disorder or a mere delay in language development. A delay means that a child\u2019s rate of language development is slower than other children the same age. For example, a three-year-old may display the same language abilities at a two-year-old\u2019s target level of development. Sometimes, children with a delay in development will catch up to the rest of their peer group. But it\u2019s better to be safe than sorry. Watch out for some of the common signs of a possible speech disorder and have him evaluated by a speech therapist if you notice any issues.<\/p>\n

The typical signs of a speech disorder will vary, depending on the age of the child. Your child should be aware of sound and be able to respond to people within the first three months of life. He should be able to swallow and suck without problems. Very young children with a possible speech disorder or a delay may display problems in these areas.<\/p>\n

Generally, you should be concerned about your child\u2019s development if he:<\/p>\n