Compared to typically developing children, school-aged children identified at 4 to 5 years as having difficulty talking and making speech sounds may experience:

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Children with speech sound disorders or difficulties in talking identified at an early age, such as 4 to 5 years, are more likely to experience a range of social and emotional challenges as they grow older. These challenges include poorer peer relationships due to communication barriers, significantly more instances of bullying as they may be targeted for their differences, lower self-esteem stemming from awareness of their difficulties and potential negative feedback from peers, and less enjoyment of school, possibly due to these combined factors making the school environment more challenging and less welcoming for them.

Compared to Typically Developing Children, School-Aged Children Identified at 4