What should I do if my 3-year-old child cannot speak yet?
Disease description:
My child is three years old but still cannot speak. I don't know how to treat this. What should we do if a child cannot speak at age three?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhou Xiaofeng
If a 3-year-old child has not yet started speaking, parents should first remain calm and consider taking the following steps:
1. Observe whether the child responds to sounds and can understand simple instructions. This can help determine if there is a hearing problem.
2. Examine the child's oral and tongue structure to identify any physiological causes that may affect speech. At the same time, consider the family's language environment, ensuring that parents interact frequently with the child using simple and clear language.
3. If the child still shows no improvement, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly and consult a healthcare professional for a language evaluation and developmental assessment. The doctor may recommend speech therapy, which involves professional training and guidance to help improve the child's language expression skills.
