15th October 2021
About one in 14 children experience unexplained difficulties with using and/or understanding language that hinder their everyday communicative functioning and academic progress due to Developmental Language Disorder (DLD). DLD is typically diagnosed during early childhood but for many it is likely to persist into adolescence and adulthood. Children with DLD are also vulnerable to social, emotional and behavioural difficulties. Given the long-term negative impact of DLD, early identification and intervention are key in supporting children with DLD during their development.
Developmental Language Disorder Awareness Day
