Will a Child with Normal Hearing and Intelligence Become Deaf?

Question

A 20-month-old girl has normal hearing and intelligence but has not yet started speaking. Her parents are worried if she will become deaf. What has been the past treatment and its effectiveness? How can a good language environment be created for the child?

Answer

A 20-month-old girl has normal hearing and intelligence but has not yet started speaking. Her parents are worried if she will become deaf. What has been the past treatment and its effectiveness? How can a good language environment be created for the child?