🗣️ Understanding Developmental Language Disorder (DLD)

Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) is a condition that affects how a person understands and uses spoken language. It’s more common than you might think—yet it’s often misunderstood or overlooked.

Children and young people with DLD may appear to struggle with communication in ways that go beyond what’s expected for their age. These difficulties can affect not just how they express themselves, but how they relate to others, learn, and feel about themselves.

🔍 What Does DLD Involve?

People with DLD may experience:

• Trouble expressing thoughts clearly

• Difficulty understanding spoken instructions or questions

• Challenges with putting words in the right order

• Problems with starting or maintaining conversations

• Delays or difficulties with reading and writing

  
  

These challenges are not due to hearing loss, learning disabilities, or other developmental conditions—DLD is a standalone neurodevelopmental difference.

💡 Why Awareness Matters

Because DLD often isn’t visible, it can easily be mistaken for shyness, behaviour issues, or lack of effort. But with the right support and understanding, individuals with DLD can thrive—in school, relationships, and beyond.

Raising awareness of DLD is key to ensuring timely support, understanding, and inclusion for those who experience it.

📘 Learn More About DLD

At NEST, we’re committed to helping families, educators, and professionals understand and support a wide range of neurodevelopmental differences.

👉 Click here to explore our DLD resource page

You’ll find accessible information and supportive tools to help you better understand and respond to DLD.

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