What should I do if my three-year-old child still cannot speak?
Disease description:
My child is three years old now but still cannot speak. What should I do if a child cannot speak by the age of three?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhou Xiaofeng
A 3-year-old child who is not yet speaking refers to a situation where the child has not reached the normal language development level for this age. The following are suggestions for addressing this issue:
1. Language stimulation: Engage in more verbal interaction with the child using simple words and sentences, and increase language input through activities such as storytelling and singing nursery rhymes. This method can help improve language abilities.
2. Provide a rich language environment: Expose the child to diverse language settings, such as interacting with peers and participating in language learning activities. This can help promote the child's language development.
3. Assess hearing and articulation: Check whether the child has hearing problems or difficulty with articulation, as these issues may affect language development. If any abnormalities are detected, timely professional evaluation and intervention are recommended.
If the child shows delayed language development, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly.
