Speech Sound Disorder
Difficulty pronouncing sounds correctly, making it hard for others to understand the person's speech.
🔍 Common Symptoms
- Substituting, omitting, or distorting speech sounds
- Unclear speech past expected developmental age
- Frustration when not understood
🧬 Causes & Risk Factors
- Unknown in many cases
- Hearing loss
- Neurological differences
✅ What To Do Next
- Speech therapy with a licensed SLP
- Practice with structured sound exercises
- Parental involvement in home practice