Receptive Language

Receptive language refers to our ability to understand the words and language we hear or read. This includes:

• understanding words and sentences

• following instructions

• comprehending questions

• grasping the meaning of sentences and stories

Strong receptive language skills are crucial for learning, communication, and social interaction.

Difficulties with receptive language can make it challenging to understand what others are saying, leading to frustration and difficulties in following directions or participating in conversations. Support focuses on building comprehension skills and developing strategies to process and understand language effectively.

We offer individualised support to improve receptive language skills for children, teens, and adults. Support may include:

• Comprehensive assessment of auditory and reading comprehension.

• Strategies to improve understanding of vocabulary and concepts.

• Visuals and other supports to enhance comprehension of spoken language.

• Strategies to break down complex instructions and information.

• Activities to improve the ability to answer questions accurately.

• Support in understanding stories and narratives.

• Guidance for parents and caregivers on how to support receptive language development at home.

You might notice:

• Difficulty following simple directions.

• Frequently misunderstanding questions and may repeat what you say instead of giving answers.

• Appearing to not hear or pay attention when spoken to.

• Difficulties understand stories or explanations.

• Difficulty identifying objects or pictures when named.

• Responding inappropriately or give unusual answers to questions or comments.

• Frustration or avoidance related to listening or reading.

• A child's understanding of language being less developed than expected for their age.

*These difficulties may vary depending on the participant’s age.