The Talking DLD Podcast

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. 

DLD & Clinical Work

Do you use practice based evidence in your clinical work? In this episode of The Talking DLD Podcast, we’re talking with Celine & Rosie from Western Sydney Speech Pathology about therapy planning and how to build practice based evidence into your work.

 

Find the resources discussed in this episode here: https://thedldproject.com/dld-clinical-work/

Working Memory & The DLD Toolbox

Can you improve your working memory? Why is working memory so important for people with Developmental Language Disorder? In this episode of The Talking DLD Podcast we're tackling these questions and many more with Dr. Lisa Archibald, Associate Professor in the School of Communication Sciences and Disorders at The University of Western Ontario.

Access the resources mentioned in this episode HERE.

DLD & Genetics

Have you ever wondered about the role genetics play in a person being diagnosed with DLD?

In this episode of The Talking DLD Podcast we're delving into the complex world of genetics with Professor Angela Morgan, a speech pathologist with more than 25 years experience who leads the Speech and Language group at the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute plus the NHMRC Centre for Research Excellence in Speech and Language.

DLD & Adulthood with Sophie Franks

We often talk about how Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) affects children but what about adults?

DLD is a hidden, lifelong condition but unfortunately, we hear some decision makers are getting hung up on the term 'Developmental' and are failing to recognise the lifetime impact of DLD across the lifespan.

In this episode of The Talking DLD Podcast, we're speaking with Sophie Franks, a dedicated RADLD Ambassador and adult with DLD. Tune in to hear Sophie's story and how DLD continues to impact her everyday life as an adult.

Find the links mentioned in this episode at our website here: https://thedldproject.com/dld-adulthood-with-sophie-franks/

Report Writing & DLD

Report writing is a complex business! In this episode of The Talking DLD Podcast we're delving into what makes a report truly accessible with Harmony Turnbull, researcher and Senior Speech and Language Pathologist at the Department of Education, Tasmania.

More specifically, we discuss what health professionals can do to make reports more likely to be understood and used.

Harmony is a PhD candidate at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) and she is currently conducting research into allied health reports. Her research includes discussions with people that have lifelong disability about the reports they get from people such as psychologists, physios, OTs and speech pathologists.

Harmony would like to acknowledge the traditional custodians of lutruita (Tasmania) where she lives and works. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present. We extend that respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples here today.'

See the resources from this month's episode here:

1. Teach-back
2. Questions to ask your speech pathologist
3.  Harmony's Research Blog

 

Language Assessments & DLD

What do you know about language assessments? Perhaps you're a DLD individual looking to have a language assessment completed or you have a loved one who has been recommended for a language assessment. In this episode of The Talking DLD Podcast we're speaking language assessments with Associate Professor Natalie Munro from The University of Sydney and Associate Professor Marleen Westerveld, Griffith Institute for Educational Research.

Together, they will combine their extensive experience as speech pathologists to help you understand what happens in a language assessment, why they are important and how you can prepare to make the most of your session.

 

Find the resources discussed in this episode here: Language Assessments & DLD - The DLD Project

Differential Diagnosis for ASD & DLD

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between Autism and DLD?

In this episode of The Talking DLD Podcast we're talking with special guest Professor Andrew Whitehouse, the Angela Wright Bennett Professor of Autism Research at Telethon Kids and University of Western Australia.

Professor Whitehouse was also a member of the CATALISE consortium that recommended the use of the term Developmental Language Disorder or DLD.

 

Talking About DLD With Your Child

A common question we hear from families is "how do we tell our child they have Developmental Language Disorder (DLD)?". Great question!

In this episode of The Talking DLD Podcast we're speaking with Anna Sowerbutts and Amanda Finer, authors of the book DLD and Me: Supporting Children and Young People with Developmental Language Disorder. Topics covered include:

1. When is a 'good' time to communicate a DLD Diagnosis
2. Understanding the impact DLD can have on other areas of a person's life
3. What families and clinicians might think about when preparing for these conversations
4. How families can support their person with DLD to grow their own confidence and self-efficacy around their diagnosis
5. Recommendations for clinicians who are supporting families having these initial and ongoing conversations

Find the links to the resources discussed in this episode here: https://thedldproject.com/talking-about-dld-with-your-child/