Percepção de Pais e/ou Responsáveis sobre Atrasos de Linguagem e Fala em Crianças

Abstract

Abstract: The theory proposes different discussions and approaches on the process of acquisition and development of language and speech. Zorzi (2002) brings the concept of language as a built cognitive development that takes place from the child's interaction with the environment, affirming the importance of primary communications, known as the pre-linguistic or non-verbal period. The influence of cognitive aspects within this process is highlighted. According to Zorzi (2002) verbal language is the last feat of communication development, which requires progress in the quality of primary communications. Objective: Verify the perception of parents and/or guardians about possible language and speech delays in children. Method: This is an observational, cross-sectional study, using a questionnaire developed by the researchers regarding the perception of parents and/or guardians about possible language and speech delays in children with typical development. Results: The present study was carried out with 13 parents and/or guardians who were receiving care at Clínica Escola Vida and Clínica de Fonoaudiologia at PUC Goiás. Regarding the identification of the delay, only 46,2% noticed signs in the first year of the child’s life. Regarding the search for professionals for evaluation, only 38,5% initially sought out a Speech-Language Pathologist. Conclusion: At the end of the study, there was a low demand for professional speech therapists, responsible for identifying and intervening in cases of suspected language and speech delays in children. It's also emphasized that parentes and or guardians take a long time to notice and investigate the main signs and causes of this delay.