Supporting Children with Social Communication Disorder
All children need to be understood, loved and connected to their surroundings. For children who are victims of social communication disorder, social interaction is more complicated for them.
They may need help in expressing their ideas, not making sense of the unwritten rules of conversation, and failing to interpret social signals, such as facial expressions or body language. Early identification of such challenges ensures that the right kind of support is provided, and these children can build the skills necessary to thrive in their social environments.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I help my child with social communication disorder?
Social communication disorder support for your child can be through early intervention, which may include speech-language therapy and social skills training and even establishing a supportive environment for practice
What are common signs of social communication disorder in children?
Common signs of SCD include the inability to maintain conversations, understand social cues, and use appropriate body language in social situations
How is social communication disorder different from autism?
While social communication disorder and autism are both disorders involving the pathology of communication skills, unlike autism, SCD does not involve restrictive or repetitive behaviours.
What treatments are available for social communication disorder?
Treatment options for social communication disorder include speech-language therapy, social skills training, group therapy, and interventions customised specifically according to the needs of the child.