فعالية التدخل اللغوي-النطقي في تطوير المفردات التعبيرية ومهارات التواصل الاجتماعي لدى الأطفال ذوي التأخر اللغوي في مرحلة الروضة

Abstract

Objectives: This study investigates the effectiveness of speech-language intervention in improving the expressive vocabulary and social communication skills of preschoolers with language delay, as well as the perceptions and experiences of speech therapists and parents regarding this intervention. Method: e-Mail interviews were conducted with five speech therapists and seven parents from Egypt, and data are analyzed thematically. Results: The results suggest that play-based strategies, parent education in speech-language intervention, and collaborative goal setting could enhance children’s language development. For positive outcomes, speech therapists, parents, and educators must collaborate in the intervention process. Despite the study’s limitations, such as the small sample size and self-reported data, future research should take these into considerations. Conclusion: The findings of this study emphasize how important early intervention and collaboration are for children’s language development, which can have significant implications for speech therapists, teachers, and parents.