Language Disorder
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When there are doubts about how a person, especially a child, understands or expresses themselves with language, the speech-language pathologist is the professional who can thoroughly assess it. Language disorder is a difficulty in acquiring, understanding, or using spoken or written language in line with what is expected for one's age.
How it may show up: limited vocabulary, poorly structured sentences, difficulty finding words, or difficulty following and understanding what is said.
When to seek an assessment? If speech development is delayed compared to other children of the same age, or if a change arises in the ability to communicate.
The speech-language pathologist evaluates these areas and proposes exercises to strengthen communication. Addressing these signs with professional support from an early stage usually has a positive impact on development and daily life.
Data on 97 doctors who treat language disorder
Which specialist treats language disorder?
Language disorder is treated by a speech therapist, who evaluates speech and language development and designs personalized therapy. You can book an appointment with this specialist if you notice a delay in the child's speech.
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Doctors specialized in language disorder
Dr. Jetro Osorio
Dr. Nayeli Solis Argüelles
Dr. María de Lourdes Verde hoyos
Dr. Evelin Flores
Dr. Juan David García Romero
Dr. Daniel García Sánchez Mejorada
Dr. Frida Larrache Campos
Dr. Venus Xochiquetzal Villalobos Hernández
Dr. Elizabeth Bautista López
Dr. Emmanuel Hernández Sánchez
Dr. Brisa Vega Castellanos
Dr. Gimena Soledad Liberman Estévez
Dr. Miriam Nava Castillo
Dr. Daniel Ivan Aquino
Dr. Osiris Ángeles
Dr. Alejandra Palomera Sánchez
Dr. Paulina Magaña
Dr. Linda Milenka Morales Rojas
Dr. Karla Heredia Ledesma
Dr. Giovanna Gamboa
Frequently asked questions
What is language disorder?
When there are doubts about how a person, especially a child, understands or expresses themselves with language, the speech-language pathologist is the professional who can thoroughly assess it. Language disorder is a difficulty in acquiring, understanding, or using spoken or written language in lin...
Which doctor treats language disorder?
Language disorder is treated by a speech therapist, who evaluates speech and language development and designs personalized therapy. You can book an appointment with this specialist if you notice a delay in the child's speech.