Exploring Developmental Language Disorder: Prevalence, Risk Factors and Support https://bit.ly/48aIbpQ For this In Conversation podcast, in recognition of Developmental Language Disorder Awareness Day (18 October 2024), Shaun Ziegenfusz provides insight into Developmental Language Disorder (DLD). https://bit.ly/48aIbpQ Subscribe to ACAMH mental health podcasts on your preferred streaming platform. Just search for ACAMH on; Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, Spotify, CastBox, Deezer, GooglePodcasts, Pod

Today is #DLDDay! Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) is a lifelong condition, and it affects 7.6% of children in the UK – that’s around two in every classroom. But because you can't see DLD and it isn’t well known, too many children are missing out on vital support. Right now, too many children with DLD are left waiting to be understood. Donate now to help us build a fairer future for young people like Siouxsie.👇 https://speechandlanguage.org.uk/?form=DLDday2025 | Speech and Language UK

Many of us have never heard of Developmental Language Disorder (DLD), yet this affects around two children in every classroom in schools across the UK and can affect literacy, learning, friendships and emotional well-being. DLD can mean a child has difficulties talking and/or understanding language. It’s important to understand DLD and the challenges that children with DLD face every day in and out of school as their difficulties can be hard to spot and may be ‘hidden’ for a long time. We chatte