The Talking DLD Podcast

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.

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.

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 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

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

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.

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

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

Will every person diagnosed with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) struggle with their mental health? How do you support a loved one with mental health challenges? What do health professionals and educators need to know about working with people with DLD who also have mental health issues?

In this very practical episode of The Talking DLD Podcast we are talking Developmental Language Disorder and mental health with Melanie Cross, speech and language therapist, and author of ‘Children with Social, Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties and Communication Problems’ (JKP 2011), 2nd edition.

See the links to resources discussed in this episode here

Can a student's vocabulary impact on their ability to learn? In this episode of The Talking DLD Podcast we are talking vocabulary. Our special guests are Stephen Parsons & Anna Branagan, Speech and Language Therapists, trainers and co-authors of resources ‘Language for Thinking’, ‘Word Aware’ (primary and Early Years) and ‘Language for Behaviour and Emotions.’ 

Tune into Vocabulary & DLD | Episode 5 Season 2 of The Talking DLD Podcast to hear classroom strategies for increasing learning and what families can do at home to help students with DLD grow their vocabulary.

To learn more about DLD head to thedldproject.com.

In this episode of The Talking DLD Podcast we are tackling the big one - Dosage and Frequency of Language Therapy for children with DLD. 

Our special guest is Professor Laura Justice, speech pathologist and EHE Distinguished Professor, Department of Educational Studies at The Ohio State University. Laura is well known and respected for her research into language therapy.

"We don’t need to see kids 3 to 5 times a week. We just need to be fiercely productive when we are with the kids." Professor Laura Justice.