The Talking DLD Podcast

Implementation Science and DLD

Did you know that it takes approximately 17 years for research to reach practice (Balas & Boren, 2000)? We call this the research-to-practice gap. The gap means that evidence-based practices do not get used as much as they should, and people with developmental language disorder (DLD) do not benefit from them. In this episode of The Talking DLD Podcast, we're joined by Dr. Rouzana Komesidou, an implementation scientist, consultant, and the founder of Mosinian Research & Consultancy, located in Cyprus to explore all things implementation science.

 

You can access the resources discussed in this episode here: https://thedldproject.com/implementation-science-and-dld/

 

Grow your skills with us & support people with DLD

1. Module 1: Diagnosing DLD with Confidence. Learn more.
2. Module 2: Evidence Based Interventions & Strategies for Children with DLD. Learn more.
3. Module 3: Planning Therapy & Measuring Outcomes for people with DLD. Learn more.
4. Module 4: DLD + Co-Occurring Conditions. Learn more.
5. International DLD Research Conference Keynote Series. Learn more. 
6. What is Language + What is DLD - FREE Course. Learn more.

 

DLD & Speech Sound Disorder

In this episode of The Talking DLD Podcast we're joined by Dr Helen Stringer and Professor Yvonne Wren to discuss Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) and Speech Sound Disorder (SSD), including where they overlap and where they are distinct.

Find out more about this episode at our website.

 

Grow your skills with us & support people with DLD

1. Module 1: Diagnosing DLD with Confidence. Learn more.
2. Module 2: Evidence Based Interventions & Strategies for Children with DLD. Learn more.
3. Module 3: Planning Therapy & Measuring Outcomes for people with DLD. Learn more.
4. Module 4: DLD + Co-Occurring Conditions. Learn more.
5. International DLD Research Conference Keynote Series. Learn more. 
6. What is Language + What is DLD - FREE Course. Learn more.

Storytelling

In this episode of The Talking DLD Podcast we're talking about the power of storytelling as a tool for language growth for children with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) with Dr Trina Spencer and Dr Doug Petersen, developers of Story Champs, CUBED Narrative Assessment, and the Predictive Early Assessment of Reading and Language (PEARL) screener. Learn more about this episode here: Storytelling - The DLD Project

Parenting a child with DLD as a Speech Language Pathologist

In this episode of The Talking DLD Podcast we're joined by Erin Palmer who provides a unique perspective on life with DLD. Erin is a Speech Language Pathologist but most importantly, she is the mother of a child with DLD. Erin provides a raw account of what it is like to navigate DLD from the clinic to home in this revealing episode. Hear how she has juggled her professional experience with the need to be Mum in a world where neurodivergence is still far from being fully understood or widely accepted.

Grow your skills with us & support people with DLD

1. Module 1: Diagnosing DLD with Confidence. Learn more.
2. Module 2: Evidence Based Interventions & Strategies for Children with DLD. Learn more.
3. Module 3: Planning Therapy & Measuring Outcomes for people with DLD. Learn more.
4. Module 4: DLD + Co-Occurring Conditions. Learn more.
5. International DLD Research Conference Keynote Series. Learn more. 
6. What is Language + What is DLD - FREE Course. Learn more.

DLD & ADHD

Did you know that Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) can also co-occur with other disorders? Studies of children with DLD suggest some disorders co-occur more often. These include emotional problems, dyslexia and ADHD. “Comorbidity” refers to the presence of two or more disorders in the same person. These disorders can occur individually or link together. It takes a team of specialists to figure out if a person has DLD by itself or has additional disorders. In this episode of The Talking DLD Podcast, we’re talking with Professor Sean M. Redmond about DLD & ADHD.

If you'd like to learn more about DLD & ADHD join us for our NEW short course! More information here: https://thedldproject.com/course/dld-and-adhd/

About Professor Sean Redmond

Professor Sean M. Redmond is a Fellow of the American Speech Language and Hearing Association and Board-Certified Specialist in Child Language. Dr. Redmond received his PhD from the University of Kansas in 1998 and joined the faculty at the University of Utah shortly thereafter. He has over 40 peer-reviewed publications as well as book chapters on the topics of pediatric language disorders, socioemotional behavioral disorders, and differential diagnosis. His scholarship has been funded by the National Institutes of Health. Dr Redmond has served as Editor in Chief for the Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research and is a founding member of the website https://dldandme.org/

Grow your skills with us & support people with DLD

1. Module 1: Diagnosing DLD with Confidence. Learn more.
2. Module 2: Evidence Based Interventions & Strategies for Children with DLD. Learn more.
3. Module 3: Planning Therapy & Measuring Outcomes for people with DLD. Learn more.
4. Module 4: DLD + Co-Occurring Conditions. Learn more.
5. International DLD Research Conference Keynote Series. Learn more. 
6. What is Language + What is DLD - FREE Course. Learn more.

School & DLD

Watching a child struggle at school has to be one of the hardest things to witness. In this episode of The Talking DLD Podcast, we're joined by Professor Pamela Snow and Dr Charlotte Forwood who will help us understand how DLD affects academic achievement.

You can find the resources for this episode at our website HERE.

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: NEW Course for Primary Teachers. Learn more here: https://thedldproject.com/course/supporting-primary-students-with-developmental-language-disorder-dld/

Grow your skills with us & support people with DLD

1. Module 1: Diagnosing DLD with Confidence. Learn more.
2. Module 2: Evidence Based Interventions & Strategies for Children with DLD. Learn more.
3. Module 3: Planning Therapy & Measuring Outcomes for people with DLD. Learn more.
4. Module 4: DLD + Co-Occurring Conditions. Learn more.
5. International DLD Research Conference Keynote Series. Learn more. 
6. What is Language + What is DLD - FREE Course. Learn more.

Phonics & Developmental Language Disorder (DLD)

Have you ever wondered why children with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) struggle to read? Children with DLD are at a higher risk of finding learning to read and spell more challenging than their peers who don't have DLD. This is because reading comprehension relies on listening comprehension, which is essentially understanding spoken language, an area we know people with DLD need support.

In this episode we’re joined by Alison Perry, Founder of Soundality Pty Ltd and a Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP, Speech Pathology Australia). Together, we explore strategies to support people with DLD to learn to read using evidence-based approaches. 

You can find the resources for this episode at our website HERE.

Grow your skills with us & support people with DLD

1. Module 1: Diagnosing DLD with Confidence. Learn more.
2. Module 2: Evidence Based Interventions & Strategies for Children with DLD. Learn more.
3. Module 3: Planning Therapy & Measuring Outcomes for people with DLD. Learn more.
4. Module 4: DLD + Co-Occurring Conditions. Learn more.
5. International DLD Research Conference Keynote Series. Learn more. 

A Paediatricians Perspective on Developmental Language Disorder

Have you ever wondered how a paediatrician can support a person with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD)? In this episode of The Talking DLD Podcast we 're talking with Dr Tommy Tran, paediatrician and Co-Founder of Paeds in a Pod.

Throughout the episode we discuss the level of awareness of DLD amongst paediatricians, how to find a suitable paediatrician and how a paediatrician can support a person with DLD to access Medicare and NDIS support.

 

Access the resources discussed in this episode and learn more about Dr Tran at our website HERE.

Growing with DLD

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a young adult growing with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD)? In this episode of The Talking DLD Podcast we're joined by Shelbi Annison, author, social media content creator and a passionate advocate who has DLD.

"I would love for other people to have my brain for the day. You can see what it's like cause it's very difficult putting it into words to other people. The supports not there," shared Shelbi.

"We'll never grow out of it, there isn't a cure. Some days I might be like I wish there was or I wish I could grow out of it but I'm happy with it as well."

Shelbi, recently authored her first book, 'DLD Why Can't You See Me' for children. You can purchase a copy of DLD Why Can You See Me on AMAZON - CLICK HERE. You can also follow Shelbi on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.

The SLP with DLD

We're proud to be releasing this important episode of The Talking DLD Podcast in time for Developmental Language Disorder Awareness Day #DLDday 2022. This years theme is 'Growing with DLD' and one young woman who truly highlights the potential of people with DLD is our special guest Juliana Hirn, Ed.S., CCC-SLP, a licensed speech-language pathologist and adult with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD).

Join Shaun and Juliana as they track Juliana's journey to become an accomplished speech language pathologist and share insights that only a person with DLD who is also an SLP can observe. There are lessons for clinicians, families and educators in this incredible episode.