Hearing and Vision Impairments in Children

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Importance of early hearing impairment identification

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Affects ability to learn language, engage in conversation, and make friends.

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Visual impairment definition

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Loss or partial loss of sight that cannot be corrected to normal levels.

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A lazy eye condition

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A condition where vision in one eye doesn't develop properly, relying on the 'good eye'.

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Recommended age for eye tests

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Between ages 3 and 4 to detect and treat lazy eye.

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Treatment for lazy eye

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Glasses and a patch over the good eye to strengthen the poor eye.

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Stammering or stuttering

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This usually occurs as children are learning to speak. It is thought to be related to the wiring of the brain dealing with speech. Children can grow out of a stammer as their brains develop.

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Freeze response in selective mutism

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The expectation to talk can trigger a freeze response, similar to stage fright, making talking impossible.

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Role of home environment

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A child's home environment plays a crucial role in developing their communication skills.

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Busy home challenges

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Children from busy homes may have less opportunity to practice language skills.