Several studies show speech therapy is an effective method for helping children and adults develop their communication skills. One study of over 700 children with speech or language difficulties shows that speech therapy had a significant positive effect.

How effective is speech and language therapy?

Conclusions: An average of 6 h of speech and language therapy in a 6-month period can produce significant improvement in performance, and it has been shown to be more effective than no treatment over the same 6-month period for children with primary speech and/or language impairment.

What age is best for speech therapy?

Between 3 and 12 months, the child should be babbling, making gestures, and playing with other people. If this is not the case, it is advisable that you take them to a speech therapist. The sooner you identify any potential problems, the more successfully you will be able to address them.