Are you aware of Developmental Language Disorder (DLD)?
DLD is a hidden, yet, common disability affecting 2 children in every class of 30. It was previously known as Specific Language Impairment (SLI).
DLD means that children have severe, persistent difficulties understanding and/or using spoken language.
It is a long-term condition, which significantly impacts on a child’s education, employment, and social, emotional and behavioural development.
Awareness of DLD across 18 European countries is 60%, compared to awareness of Autism which is 90% or above.
This is very interesting, considering DLD is 5 times more prevalent than Autism.
ChildSpeech are always keen to support DLD awareness day, which took place on October 16th this year.
A key part of our role is to provide strategies for children with DLD. These strategies are vital in helping children to develop their language skills and reducing the impact of difficulties that arise as a result of DLD.
You can find more information and resources at:
https://www.afasic.org.uk/about-talking/types-of-slcn/what-is-sli/