Children who talk too fast
Our way of speaking is the reflection of our way of being. However, in cases where the child speaks too quickly, it can be a problem when it comes to understanding his speech. It is possible that "you eat words," that you mix with each other or that you pronounce badly. But, what can this be due to
Our way of speaking is the reflection of our way of being. However, in cases where the child speaks too quickly, it can be a problem when it comes to understanding his speech.
It is possible that "you eat words," that you mix with each other or that you pronounce badly. But, what can this be due to and how can the speech therapist help?
What should be evaluated if the child speaks very fast
To determine what may be the cause of this speech pattern, it will be necessary to assess the following aspects: Realizar - Carry out a detailed clinical history, with data referring to the child, their family environment and school.
- Evaluate emotional aspects such as anxiety or depression.
- Quantitative and qualitative speech analysis.
How to help the child who talks too fast
The treatment can encompass different aspects:
- Relaxation and breathing:
At first, it will be necessary to work on relaxation patterns to adjust the patient's muscle tone. This relaxation can be worked on globally (Jacobson's Progressive Relaxation) or segmental. Next, we must establish a correct respiratory pattern, varying the inspiration-pause-expiration times.
- Articulation:
It will be necessary to intervene on the oral and facial mobility of the child, to adapt the movements of their fonoarticulatory organs, and to favor their coordination during speech. - Work on the rhythm of the speech:
We can carry out activities based on repetition and awareness of the child. Likewise, it will be beneficial to teach the child speech control strategies to progressively reduce the rhythm of the speech. It is important to know that every child is a world. In most cases, this excessive speed of speech will be reduced naturally as the child grows
. However, if you have any questions about whether your child needs help from a professional, do not hesitate to contact your nearest speech therapist!
