Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Articulation Disorder?
Articulation is the way words are said/sounds are pronounced.
Types of articulation errors include: omissions, substitutions and distortions. Children should use these sounds in words by these approximate ages:
3 years: p, m, h, n, w
4 years: k, g, d, f, y
6 years: t, ng, r, l
7 years: sh, ch, j, th
8 years s, z, v, zh
What is a Language Disorder?
Language is the content and structure of our communication. A language disorder is the impairment of comprehension and/or production of an oral communication system. It might involve vocabulary, sentence form (grammar) and/or the function of language (social language or pragmatics).
What is a Voice Disorder?
A voice disorder is an abnormal production of pitch, intensity, resonation (e.g., nasality) and quality.
What is a Fluency Disorder?
A fluency disorder (stuttering) is a disruption in the normal rhythmic flow of speech that interferes with communication.
Who is served?
In New Hanover County Schools, Speech-Language Pathologists help students whose speech and/or language disorders interfere with their ability to function successfully in a school environment . Children ages 3-21 are served.
What do I do if I suspect a speech-language problem with my child?
If you suspect that your child is having difficulties with their speech or language skills, contact their teacher or the Speech-Language Pathologist at the school.