Ever wondered why, despite using the best hearing aids, my parents are not able to hear properly? The reason is auditory deprivation. That’s real—and it causes a lot of problems for the hearing aid user.

In today’s fast-paced clinical and educational environments, professionals are under increasing pressure to identify, diagnose, and intervene early. While early detection is crucial, especially for neurodevelopmental conditions like autism spectrum disorder (ASD), there’s a growing concern: the tendency to prematurely label children as autistic based solely on speech delays or behavioral challenges.

One of the most common—and emotionally charged—questions we hear from parents is: “When will my child start speaking?”   It’s not just a query. It’s a hope, a worry, and often, a silent plea for reassurance.

Imagine a child who once struggled to say their name, now confidently reciting poems at school. Or an adult who feared public speaking, now leading meetings with ease. These aren’t just milestones—they’re victories of courage, persistence, and care.

When a child struggles to speak, understand, or express themselves, it’s not just a delay—it’s a signal. And in those early years, every moment counts. That’s why regular speech therapy isn’t just helpful—it’s transformative.

Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) is a complex motor speech disorder that affects a child’s ability to plan and coordinate the movements needed for clear speech. While children with CAS know what they want to say, their brains struggle to send the correct signals to the muscles involved in speaking. This can lead to inconsistent speech, difficulty with longer words, and frustration in communication.

When a child knows exactly what they want to say, but their words just don’t come out as planned—it can be confusing, heartbreaking, and often misunderstood. Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) is a motor speech disorder where the brain struggles to coordinate the movements needed for clear speech

In a world overflowing with milestones and developmental charts, one question echoes in the hearts of many parents: “Is it too early—or too late—for my child to begin speech therapy?” At Unicare Speech & Hearing Clinic, we've walked beside countless families on this journey, and one truth stands tall—speech therapy isn’t about a perfect age; it’s about the right time.

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