Approximately 30% of individuals with autism do not develop speech that is sufficient for meeting the communication demands of everyday life. People with autism and little to no functional speech rely ...

HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - A new state-of-the-art playground was unveiled Friday at the Children’s Center for Communication and Development at the University of Southern Mississippi. The center ...

When we understand how children grow emotionally, we can support them more effectively. Milestones can be helpful guides, but remember that many children struggle with emotion regulation, especially ...

As children grow older, they tend to open up less to their parents. However, strong communication with children is crucial. This is crucial for a child's self-confidence and emotional development.

Jean Piaget’s theory of cognitive development has been a central framework for understanding how children grow and learn. His model describes development through four sequential stages: sensorimotor, ...

Worried that your child is “not on track”? That worry is useful and it is what gets us to read, ask and, when needed, act as developmental delays in kids are common and sometimes temporary but early ...

Researchers find a link between early vocabulary composition and later language development in children with cochlear implants. A University of Miami study offers new insights into language ...

Sensory play is more than just fun and games. It's a vital component of childhood development. The rich neural pathways formed through sensory play facilitate learning and growth in all children, ...