pediatrics
Communication Disorders in Children
Introduction
Communication in children can be disordered because of a problem with voice, hearing, speech, language, or a combination. Diagnosis involves evaluation of each of these components. More than 10% of children have a communication disorder. A disorder in one component may affect another component. For example, hearing impairment impairs voice modulation and can lead to disordered voice. Hearing loss due to Otitis Media (Acute) can interfere with language development. All communication disorders, including voice disorders, may interfere with academic performance and social relationships. 