Mental healthfromSlate Magazine1 month agoI'm a Speech Therapist. I Warned My Cousin About Her Child. Now Look Where We've Ended Up.Early intervention is vital for preschool-age children with speech delays, yet parents often resist professional advice due to defensiveness.
PsychologyfromIndependent2 months agoWorst blackspots revealed as children left waiting years to see psychologists or speech and language therapistsChildren's wait times for psychology treatment have significantly increased since 2021, highlighting disparities in service accessibility.
fromIndependent2 months agoRevealed: Counties with longest waiting lists as children in need of psychologist or speech and language therapist face postcode lotteryThe waitlist for psychology treatment for children has increased significantly, affecting timely access to care.
Higher educationfromIndependent3 months agoIn-school therapies for pupils to begin next year, starting with special schools, Education Minister Helen McEntee saysIntroduction of speech and language therapy in special schools is set for next academic year.