By the age of three, 80% of a child's language is developed. They can speak like adults... yep that's right... mini adults... Children can tell short stories and take turns talking in a conversation. The rest of the 20% of language development involves higher level vocabulary and language concepts. But by the time a child turns 3, the basics of an adult conversation are in place. So how do you know if you should reach out to a speech language pathologist... Take this y/n quiz

Many people with Parkinson's Disease experience difficulty with speech clarity and volume. It is not unusual for Parkinson's patients to experience voice dysfunctions and difficulty articulating speech. Sometimes voice changes are the first signs of Parkinson's Disease which can be easily misdiagnosed with other illnesses. Speech impairments can lead to social and emotional isolation and reducing quality of life. The SPEAK OUT! program is designed to increase loudness, decrea

"Take advantage of every opportunity to practice your communication skills so that when important occasions arise, you will have the gift, the style, the sharpness, the clarity, and the emotions to affect other people" - Jim Rohn As I worked with one of my young clients I made the mistake of saying "Practice makes Perfect" whooaah... My client was quick to correct me "practice makes progress". Growing up I was always taught to find perfection. Image and perfection were so im

"My baby is 12 months old and he still has not said his first word. What should I do? This is a question often asked by parents. Just because your child hasn't said his first word by his birthday doesn't mean that they are delayed, but it is something to keep an eye on. Below are some ways that parents can encourage children to use language. 1. Don't anticipate your child's needs. Try to let them communicate what they want by using words. 2. Speak slowly and use short phrases