Question
The 3-year-old can understand some commands and produce simple sounds or resistive noises, but their language development is slower than that of their peers. They have been in kindergarten for a semester, and someone asked a fortune teller if the child would start speaking after the age of 3.
Answer
If a 3-year-old has delayed language development, it is recommended to first check the mouth for tongue tie adhesions, and if present, surgical treatment can be performed. A short tongue tie may cause unclear pronunciation, especially for rolled consonants. It is also suggested to systematically examine the child’s language development, including MRI and IQ testing. If it is merely a delayed language development, language training, vitamin supplementation, and trace element supplementation can be conducted.