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Dyscalculia is a specific and persistent difficulty in understanding numbers which can lead to a diverse range of difficulties with mathematics. It will be unexpected in relation to age, level of education and experience and occurs across all ages and abilities.

Mathematics difficulties are best thought of as a continuum, not a distinct category, and they have many causal factors. Dyscalculia falls at one end of the spectrum and will be distinguishable from other maths issues due to the severity of difficulties with number sense, including subitising, symbolic and non-symbolic magnitude comparison, and ordering. It can occur singly but often co-occurs with other specific learning difficulties, mathematics anxiety and medical conditions.

(BDA Definition)

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Welcome to Leicestershire Dyslexia Association

Due to COVID-19, the Leicestershire Dyslexia Association has put all activities on hold, in line with social distancing rules. The Dyslexia Teaching Workshop is closed, but some teachers are supporting students online or by phone.

The Annual General Meeting is usually held in mid June but it seems unlikely that this will be possible. Therefore it will either be held as an online meeting or be postponed until September. We hope to be able to hold our usual Autumn meeting in mid-October.

If you are concerned about your child or young person and need information about dyslexia, or help with home schooling, please phone one of our helpline numbers below. Our helpliners work from home so they are still available to take your calls within reasonable hours. It would be best if you contact the helpliner who lives nearest to you as they will know the local schools better than the others.

The Leicestershire Dyslexia Association (LDA) is a local charity that works within Leicestershire to support and raise awareness of Dyslexia. We work on a purely voluntary basis and rely on local donations and membership to support our work.

The Association was started in 1985 by a parent who was interviewed on BBC Radio Leicester asking for advice on dyslexia. Following a tremendous response the Association was established.

We aim to give help and support people with dyslexia of all ages and advise to parents, teachers and employers. The Association can give guidance on assessment, statementing and specialist teaching.

The Association holds Open Meeting with guest speakers and events covering topics of interest to all, please go to our events page for more information

We run teaching workshops every week during term time on Saturday mornings in Leicester. They are run by volunteers with specialist teaching skills, extensive knowledge and understanding of the educational system and those difficulties faced by people with dyslexia and their carers.

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Due to COVID-19, the Leicestershire Dyslexia Association has put all activities on hold, in line with social distancing rules. The Dyslexia Teaching Workshop is closed, but some teachers are supporting students online or by phone. The Annual General Meeting is usually held in mid June but it seems unlikely that this will be possible.

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Expert advice, easy ordering, fast delivery

The Dyslexia Action Shop is here to help as your one-stop site for all your learning resource needs, from assessment tests and learning aids, to books, games and much more. Having been established for over 20 years, we have experience and expert understanding of the assessments and support materials used in today's education institutions
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Clips to support with Emotional Literacy

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These films have been made by young people on the autism spectrum who wanted to share their experiences of receiving a diagnosis with other young people who may be going through the diagnosis process. They know that receiving a diagnosis of autism can be difficult and confusing at any age and for this reason wanted to offer some help and support to young people and their families.

The young people featured all had the opportunity to tell their own story about their experiences both before and after diagnosis and what it means to them now. Some of the films were made entirely independently and some were made using an interview process. As Jonathan says in the film he made "You're autistic. You're awesome. You're special" and we hope that these films help you to understand that.

We have also included films of parents and professionals talking about the process of diagnosis and have given a list of resources where you can find out more information. These were all recommended by the young people featured in the film.

We would like to thank all our contributors; Paul, Tom, Brett, Chris, Jonathan, Dean, Robyn, Luke, Helen, John, Luke's Dad, Helen's Mum, Jonathan's Mum, Vicky Slonims, Gillian Baird and David Skuse who add so much to our understanding of autism. They show that everyone on the autism spectrum is different and an individual and that receiving a diagnosis should not be seen as a negative experience. As Paul says in his film "It's not the end of the world. It's not the end of your life. It's the beginning of your life."

Coordinated by Ryan Bradley.

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Ipad apps for supporting children with Dyslexia

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At a glance

Kids can learn to manage their emotions and work on social skills.

You can help your child with social-emotional learning by playing fun games at home.

There are lots of simple games you can play during everyday activities.

Many schools have started teaching kids how to do things like cope with feelings, set goals, and get along with others. It's called social-emotional learning. You can help your child work on these skills at home, too.

Here are a handful of activities that can help your child manage emotions and work on social skills - and have some fun with you along the way. These games are very low-tech. And all are designed to fit easily into daily routines.

1. Starfish and tornadoes

Try playing this game at different times of day, and help your child describe the energy levels. For example, if you play this game before dinner, you can say, "You have so much energy, I bet you could run up and down the stairs five times before I finish cooking!"

Keep in mind: Self-awareness can help kids build a skill called self-regulation. This skill is about managing your internal energy. It helps kids manage their emotions and their body movements during tough situations. It also helps them pay attention and learn.

The goal: To help kids practice observing what's going on around them. Picking up on social cues helps kids get their needs met and understand the perspective of others.

Help your child connect these observations with choosing how to behave. For example, when the swings are crowded, your child may decide to go on the slide first.

To help your child come up with ideas, comment whenever you notice your child's positive behaviors: "You just offered to teach your sister a nursery rhyme. Let's talk for a second about what kind of person you're being right now."

Also, you can buy these kinds of cards or find templates online. But kids might like making the cards themselves.

How to play: When you and your child can't agree, use the tune of "This Old Man" to sing these lines: "You want this. I want that. How can we both get what we want?" Then brainstorm solutions and choose the best idea for right now. For example, if your child is demanding to bake cookies at 8 a.m., the best solution might be to wait two hours so you can bake when the baby is napping.

5. Taking turns taking charge

Key takeaways

Simple, fun games can help kids learn to cope with feelings, set goals, and get along with others.

Self-regulation helps kids manage their emotions and their body movements.

Praising good behavior often leads to more of it.

About the author

About the author

Kate Kelly has been writing and editing for more than 20 years, with a focus on parenting.

Reviewed by

Reviewed by

Lynne Kenney, PsyD is a Harvard-trained pediatric psychologist and international educator in Scottsdale, Arizona.

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What is anxiety?

Anxiety is when you feel scared, worried or panicked about something. It's a normal, human feeling and your body's natural response to stress or danger. Anyone can experience anxiety, regardless of age, gender, race, culture or faith.

We all feel anxious from time to time. Day-to-day things like friendship, money, exams or work can cause anxiety. Or certain situations, such as travelling home at night, starting a new school or giving a presentation. But the feeling usually passes once we feel safe or solve the problem we had. Generally the worries stop and we're able to carry on with our lives.

As humans evolved, our brains developed an inbuilt alarm system. It warns us when something isn't right and we need to keep ourselves safe. This alarm triggers what is known as the 'fight or flight' response - this is when your body prepares to either run away, fight, or freeze.

Think about what happens in your body when you feel anxious. You might feel a churning feeling in your stomach, dizzy or light-headed or hot and sweaty. These symptoms are all part of the fight or flight response.

This can make us feel like we're in physical danger, but it's important to remember that feeling this way doesn't necessarily mean you are in danger.

What happens to our body in fight-or-flight mode?

When our brains are in fight-or-flight mode, our thinking brain - the part that helps you think clearly, learn and solve problems - switches off. This makes it hard to stay calm and control your emotions and behaviour. We evolved to have this response to help us react to dangerous situations our ancestors faced, like being chased by a predator.

But in modern life, we don't tend to face dangers like this anymore. Instead, our anxiety can be triggered by more complicated situations or feelings where it might not help us to run away, fight or freeze. Yet we still experience the fight-or-flight response.

There are things you can do to help when you feel this way. You can use activities that soothe or distract you and bring your attention back to your body and senses. This calms the fight-or-flight response and switches the thinking brain back on so you can start to feel better.

When does anxiety become a problem?

Anxiety becomes a problem when it is more long term and you feel stuck in your worries or fears. They may last for a long time, even after a stressful situation has passed. You might feel upset and overwhelmed, as if your worries are too big to manage. Or they may stop you from doing everyday things.

When anxiety becomes a problem, it is sometimes called an anxiety disorder. There are different types of anxiety disorders and they can affect your life in different ways. Speaking to your GP, or someone else you trust, can help you find out what the problem is and how you can take care of yourself.

For more advice on reaching out for help, take a look at our guide.

Young people have told us that their anxiety has sometimes been dismissed as perfectionism or the normal ups and downs of being a teenager. But if it's impacting your life, it's important to get the help you need. Remember, however you're feeling is valid, even if you're not sure why you feel the way you do.

Anxiety can feel lonely and impact your self-esteem, but you are not alone. Things can improve and get better. Our section on looking after yourself if you have anxiety has lots of information to help you find what works for you.

We asked young people what it's like to live with anxiety. Here's what they said:

Just remember that if you're struggling with anxiety or panic attacks, you are not alone.

What causes anxiety?

There are lots of things that can cause anxiety. It could be how you feel in specific situations, however big or small, or life events that are out of your control. It might be because of something that happened in the past, worries about the future or things that you know could happen.

We all experience stressful situations in different ways. What makes you feel anxious might not make someone else feel anxious at all. That doesn't make your feelings wrong. We all have different things that we find difficult and that's okay.

Sometimes it's really clear what's making us anxious, but sometimes it's not. You might feel like your anxiety comes out of nowhere and this can be upsetting and confusing. But how you feel is valid. There's no right or wrong thing to feel anxious about.

Some common things that can cause anxiety include:

Discrimination and anxiety

Experiencing discrimination against your identity can also be a big source of anxiety. This could be because of your race, religion, abilities, sexuality, gender identity or something else. You might experience abuse, injustice or be scared to be yourself. Discrimination is never okay, and you deserve to feel proud of who you are.

We know that if you're experiencing discrimination, talking to someone you trust can really help. But it can help to talk to someone who understands you and your background. See the bottom of this page for a list of organisations that work with specific groups of young people to offer tailored support.

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Real stories from young people about what caused their anxiety

Symptoms and signs of anxiety

Anxiety looks and feels different for everyone. We might notice anxiety in:

stomach problems, such as pains, feeling sick or diarrhoea

heart beating really fast

fast, shallow breathing

feeling light-headed, dizzy or faint

grinding your teeth

shaking or trembling

sweating more than usual

nervous, on edge and unable to relax

overwhelmed

like something bad is going to happen

out of control

tired and grumpy

needing reassurance or worrying you've upset someone

self-conscious

Anxiety is a healthy human emotion that we all feel sometimes. That means most of us will have felt some of these feelings at some point. So if some of these symptoms feel familiar, that doesn't mean you have a problem.

But if any of them are affecting your everyday life or causing you distress, it's a good idea to tell someone you trust or speak to your GP. We have lots of advice and information in our guide on how to talk to your GP.

These physical symptoms can be so frustrating and a huge discomfort. And when we don't know how common they are, it can leave us feeling all alone.

Types of anxiety disorders

Understanding different types of anxiety disorders can help you understand your own experience better and explain it to people you trust. As there are many ways to experience anxiety, you might recognise your experience in more than one anxiety disorder, or you might not recognise your experience here at all. That doesn't mean that your experience isn't valid.

The important thing is that you speak to your GP if you are struggling with anxiety, however that looks. They can help you find the support that's right for you, whatever you're going through.

If you have GAD you might find it difficult to control your worries. You can feel symptoms of anxiety often or all the time. This might be completely out of the blue or triggered by a range of situations. This can include situations where you might not expect to feel anxious.

Symptoms of GAD can include:

feeling restless, irritable or on edge

being unable to control worries

having difficulty concentrating

getting tired easily

sleep problems

pain such as headaches, muscle aches and stomach aches

It's normal to experiences nerves, worry or stress when you're studying. Especially when you have exams or assignments coming up. But if your anxiety feels too overwhelming and you're finding it hard to cope, it's time to reach out for help. Speaking to someone you trust is the first step towards getting support. This could be someone at school or university, your GP or someone close to you.

Our bloggers share their experiences of anxiety

Treating anxiety disorders

Illustration by Emily @21andsensory. Black text in the centre of a white background reads, 'believe in yourself and magic will happen.'

Feeling constant anxiety can be a sign that something isn't right, and you may need some help figuring out what that is. Your GP can suggest different types of treatment that can help if they think you're suffering from anxiety. They can also offer regular check-ups to see how you're doing.

There are a few different ways of treating anxiety disorders. Your treatment will depend on your age and the cause of your anxiety. You might try one, or end up using a combination of treatment options. The important thing is to find what works best for you.

Take a look below at the different types of treatment you may be offered.

Talking therapy can help you get to the root of what is causing your anxiety. One of the most common types of talking therapy used to treat anxiety is cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). With CBT, you work with a therapist who helps you understand your thoughts and feelings. They then help you explore ways to change how they affect you. You also learn practical techniques to help you relax and cope better in everyday life.

Have a look at our counselling and therapy guide to find out more about different types of talking therapies and what happens in a therapy session.

Applied relaxation can help you manage the physical symptoms of anxiety. The focus is to learn how to relax your muscles in a particular way. You can then use this technique when you're in situations that usually cause anxiety.

Take a look at Eve's blog on how Progressive Muscle Relaxation helps her when she feels anxious or panicked.

If anxiety is stopping you from going to the doctor

It can be difficult if making appointments and going to the doctor gives you anxiety. If your anxiety is stopping you from getting treatment, let your GP know. They will be able to make arrangements to help.

For example, they could arrange phone calls or home visits. You could take someone with you to appointments or ask someone to call the GP for you. It's okay to tell your GP if you are struggling and need to make adjustments.

You may have heard that waiting times for mental health support can be quite long. The reality is that this will vary on the type of support that your GP thinks you need and where you are in the country. The waiting times vary in different areas. If you would like to know more about this, it's okay to ask your GP when they refer you. They may not know exactly, but they might be able to give you a rough timeframe.

This can feel really frustrating. But it's important to remember that how you're feeling is valid, however long you have to wait for support. Also, there are lots of things you can do to help yourself while you're waiting. Take a look at some tips that young people have told us helped them.

I noticed behaviours, mindsets and thought patterns that were having a negative effect on my mental health, and I still use the techniques I learnt in CBT to cope with these.

To this day, I still use these methods if I feel a wave of anxiety coming on, and they have truly helped me become stronger and more able to cope with difficulties in life.

Ways to look after yourself if you have anxiety

If you're struggling with anxiety, there are things you can do and support available to help you feel better. Different techniques will work for different people, and there might be one or two activities that you know you can use at different times.

For example, breathing and mindfulness. This could help you feel calm before doing something that you know makes you anxious. But this might not help in an anxious moment. Instead, you might move or stretch your body, play a game, or focus your attention on your senses and what's around you.

Below are some coping technique ideas that you can try.

Self-help techniques for anxiety aren't a replacement for getting help or a way for you to fix anxiety on your own. They are ways of looking after your mental health, like we would our physical health. Take a look at some ideas below.

Keeping a diary of your thoughts, worries and about times when you feel anxious can help you recognise signs or patterns in your anxiety. This empowers you to know when you need to ask for help or do something to help yourself.

Playing games with your friends or on your own is a great way to take time out from daily life. This could be sports, jigsaws, card games or video games. There are also lots of apps to help us relax and feel calmer, such as puzzles, classic arcade games or playing with patterns and colours.

Express yourself in creative ways. This could be anything from drawing and painting to photography or baking. Keeping ourselves busy and making something can help us manage our worries and feel present.

Relax by listening to a playlist of songs or a podcast that you find soothing. Or rewatch your favourite TV show or movie that feels familiar to you.

How to make a self-soothe box

Our Activists explain what a self-soothe box is, how it can help you when you're feeling anxious or panicky, and what they have in theirs. Have a look at Eve's blog for more ideas on what you could put in your self-soothe box.

What is a self-soothe box?

In its simplest form, self-care is just the little things we do to look after our mental health. Alongside relaxing activities, self-care can also be showing ourselves compassion, setting boundaries or not comparing ourselves to others. Self-care will look different for everyone.

Take a look at our guides for more advice on finding out what self-care means for you.

Our bloggers share their coping techniques for anxiety

How to support a friend with anxiety

It can be difficult to know what to do if your friend or someone close to you is struggling with anxiety. It's normal to feel worried, confused or scared of saying or doing the wrong thing. But remember that it's not your responsibility to fix anything. Sometimes just listening to how they're feeling can be a really big help.

If a friend opens up to you about struggling with anxiety, here are some things you can do to support them.

It's important to remember to look after your own mental health too and only support them in ways that feel manageable for you. It's not all on you to support your friend with anxiety. For more information and advice, have a look at our guide on supporting a friend with their mental health.

We never really spoke of my troubles explicitly; he just knew that I was struggling and was always on hand to suggest fun activities and encourage me to do them with him.

Where to get help

If anxiety is taking over, you are not alone. Here are some services that can help you get through this.

This page was reviewed in June 2023. It was co-created by young people with lived experience of anxiety. We will next review the page in 2026. YoungMinds is a proud member of PIF TICK - the UK's quality mark for trusted health information.

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We are the UKs leading charity for autistic people and their families. Since 1962, we have been providing support, guidance and advice, as well as campaigning for improved rights, services and opportunities to help create a society that works for autistic people.

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All activities in life involve processing sensory stimuli. Having difficulty processing sensory stimuli can impact on an individual's ability to perform everyday activities.

The strategies recommended in this resource will not be suitable for every child and young person. Strategies should only be introduced after a period of assessment, and should be individualised to meet the unique needs of the child/young person.

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Learn how to touch type with the BBC Dance Mat Typing game. It’s a fun introduction to touch typing game for kids and covers levels 1, 2, 3, 4.

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Free Speech and Language Resources - Speech And Language Kids

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Supporting Children with LD & ASD with COVID Isolation

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SEND (special educational needs and disabilities) resources, activities and support to help parents support their family.

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Amazing Things Happen - by Alexander Amelines

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Autism East Midlands Support Group (Loughborough)

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Our Family Support Hubs across the East Midlands provide a regular meeting point for families affected by autism, where our families can access activities for the whole family, as well as gain support and specialist information and advice.

Due to the current virus situation, our hubs are offering virtual sessions only, including groups and 1:1 support where needed.

Please contact us to find your local Coordinator in your area at enquiries@autismeastmidlands.org.uk and please follow our social media pages to be notified about our Family Support Hubs.

Facebook: Autism East Midlands

Twitter: @AutismEastMids
Venue: Virtual
(Usual venue: Gorse Covert Community Centre, Maxwell Drive, Loughborough, LE11 4RZ)
Meets- Usually the 2nd Tuesday of the month, 4pm - 7pm
Dates for 2020:
The hub is a regular meeting point for families affected by autism. There are activities for children, people and families can gain support, advice and meet with other. These are free drop-in sessions and the whole family are welcome to attend.

For more information please contact: enquiries@autismeastmidlands.org.uk

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The Sibsservice is a non profit making charity that specialises in supporting the brothers and sisters of individuals with an Autistic Spectrum Disorder or Asperger's Syndrome (a diagnosis is not need). Afterschool sessions run each fortnight in Braunstone, Wigston, Hinckley, Coalville, Loughborough, Melton Mowbray.

If you have a child aged 7/8-14 with a brother/sister with ASD or Asperger's bring them along to our Sibs session. We provide the siblings with a safe place where they have the freedom to be themselves and share experiences with other children in similar situations . We deliver many different activities, art, craft, cooking, sport, games, drama, trips out, and more. There is a whole family summer BBQ, Christmas party and Sibs Summer camp. Whenever possible we plan activities and discussions as requested by the siblings.

The groups offer emotional and peer support through interactive, fun and relaxed group activities facilitated by qualified, friendly and enthusiastic staff. Our aims .....

Fun

Relieve isolation

Acknowledge feelings

Model coping strategies

Enhance Knowledge

Siblings make friends and enjoy themselves and meet other siblings facing similar situations

Siblings discuss and value the unique feelings and experiences of being a sibling

Siblings learn how to manage difficult situations and identify support networks

Siblings learn more about their brother or sister's disability.

Want to come along.......tel Sherralyn 01530 245922, email sibs@sibservice.co.uk,

Facebook 'Sibsservice', Website Sibsservice.co.uk

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This practical toolkit contains a wealth of straightforward information in one place to guide parents and carers through their child’s journey in the early years.

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Do you think your child is autistic or have they been recently diagnosed?

If the answer is yes, you will have many questions about what to do next. Ambitious about Autism's Right from the Start parent toolkit is here to help.

This practical toolkit contains a wealth of straightforward information in one place to guide parents and carers through their child's journey in the early years. From the autism assessment process to the first day of school, this toolkit is packed with practical tips and checklists to support parents during the earliest years of their child's life. It also provides signposts to sources of support or additional information.

If you have a pre-school child, download the free toolkit now. We have also provided the key sections and templates from the toolkit as separate documents.

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Leicestershire Autistic Society - Leicestershire Autistic Society

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The Leicestershire Autistic Society (formed over20 years ago) provides support, information and advice to families and professionals dealing with Autism in Leicestershire, Leicester City and Rutland.

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Information and advice to help you help your child learn to talk and support any speech, language and communication needs.

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Black Sheep Press Ltd, speech and language therapy resources

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BSP, speech & language resources for schools, therapists & parents

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Black Sheep Press provides cost-effective, attractive & quality speech & language therapy resources, devised by experts and loved by children.

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A Guide to Speech and Language Therapies

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A Guide to Speech and Language Therapies

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Specialist therapies - Oak National Academy

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Free online specialist therapy video lessons and resources

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Short questions you can answer to see how your baby or child is getting on with their speech, language and communication development.

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Speech and Language UK: Changing young lives

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Our progress checkers will provide short questions you can answer to see how your baby or child is getting on with their talking and understanding of words.

It's based on what we know about how talking and understanding of words develops in babies and children. It's not the same as a standardised measure a specialist would carry out but it should give you an idea of how your baby or child is developing and whether you need some support or advice to help you and them.

Choose the right age and answer the questions, at the end, we will let you know how your child is doing and what help is available if you need it.

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Our progress checkers will provide short questions you can answer to see how your baby or child is getting on with their talking and understanding of words. It's based on what we know about how talking and understanding of words develops in babies and children.

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Resources to encourage listening, understanding, interaction and play

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Resources to encourage listening, understanding, interaction and play

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SALT referral criteria and referral form

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SALT referral criteria and referral form

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Services - Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust

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The Mett Centre is a mental health day resource centre in Leicester city centre, offering recovery-focused support, through individualised programmes of meaningful activities, physical and mental health promotion, social inclusion and therapeutic interventions.

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Help, Support and Resources from the Leicestershire Speech and Language Service

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Help, Support and Resources from the Leicestershire Speech and Language Service

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Services - Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust

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The Mett Centre is a mental health day resource centre in Leicester city centre, offering recovery-focused support, through individualised programmes of meaningful activities, physical and mental health promotion, social inclusion and therapeutic interventions.