Can Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) cause speech delay?

Yes, Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) can contribute to speech delays, especially when auditory processing or oral sensitivities are affected. Children may have difficulty tolerating sounds, textures in the mouth, or coordinating the muscles used for speech. Sensory overload can also reduce a child’s ability to focus on communication. While SPD itself is not a speech disorder, it often co-occurs with language and communication challenges that benefit from speech therapy.

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