Choice of department for speech and language disorders (delayed speech and language development, medically known as speech and language disorders).
When a child presents with a speech or language disorder in conjunction with mental retardation, a visit to a paediatric neurologist is recommended.
ENT is recommended when a child has a speech or language disorder with hearing impairment or disorder.
When a child presents with a speech or language disorder accompanied by a reluctance to be close to others and to communicate, a consultation with Child Health, Developmental Behavioural Paediatrics, Child Rehabilitation or Child Neurology is recommended.
When a child presents with a sudden speech deficit accompanied by seizures, a consultation with paediatric neurology is recommended.