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My child doesn't understand
Understanding language involves understanding what individual words mean, understanding sentences and understanding abstract language such as how some words or sayings have more than one meaning. Children can have difficulties in one or several areas of understanding language. To help to support your child’s understanding, match your language to the language that s/he uses. If your child uses three words in a sentence, you use three words. To help to develop understanding, add a word.
If you have concerns regarding your child’s understanding of spoken language see our ‘Developing Understanding’ section. Discuss your concerns with your health visitor or the staff at your child’s setting/school who may also have helpful suggestions. If you would like an assessment of your child's speech and language we would be happy to see you.
If your child is a pre-schooler please come along to one of our drop-in sessions. If your child is at school you can ask his or her teacher to refer to us (see our 'referral' section for details).
Alternatively, you could visit your local children’s centre and find out when the speech and language therapist is next in so you can chat to her.
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