Understanding Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) in the 14–25 Transition Years

Language plays a huge part in how young people grow, learn, and become more independent — but what happens when a teenager isn’t fully understanding what’s said to them, or can’t express everything they want to say?

Many assume language difficulties improve with age, but Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) is lifelong and continues to affect young people into adulthood.

Join Claire and Ineke from Afasic as they share a parent’s perspective on:

• What DLD can look like in teenagers

• How language difficulties impact school, friendships, and everyday life

• The challenges young people face as they transition into adulthood

• How parents and carers can better understand and support them

This session is part of our 14–25 Transitions Project, supporting families as young people move towards greater independence.

Everyone is welcome — parents, carers, and anyone supporting a young person with communication needs.

We look forward to seeing you online 

The HPCN Team