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Peer Perceptions of Disordered Speech in Young Children
What is it about?
Young children notice differences in how their peers talk, and these differences can affect friendship choices and other social judgments. In this study, young children rated talkers who spoke typically more positively and preferred them as friends more often than talkers with disordered speech, especially as they got older. Children were also less likely to choose talkers whose speech was harder to understand, showing that speech differences can shape social experiences early in life.
Why is it important?
This work shows that speech sound disorders can affect children’s social experiences as early as preschool. Understanding when and how these biases emerge can help clinicians, educators, and families better support children with speech sound disorders and promote more inclusive peer interactions.