"This is a perfect window into the experience of those suffering from speech disorders."
This is a perfect window into the experience of those suffering from speech disorders, particularly Developmental Language Disorders (DLD). Damien's passion for raising awareness of the issues is evident on every page and he eloquently champions early interventions and provides recommendations to reduce the loneliness and isolation for those with DLD.
Writing a book is a challenge for anyone but despite his setbacks Damien eloquently describes the world from a DLD perspective, the psychology of the disability and his own journey to acceptance. He provides a well balanced view of life for those with speech disorders and the repercussions of a failed support system.
This book is essential for anyone who needs or wants to understand life for those with a speech disorder and for those who love and care for them. Damien's work is a voice for all those who are so desperate to be heard. A must read.
Lydia Roshanzamir, A LoveReading Ambassador
| Primary Genre | Biographies & Autobiographies |
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An informative and important memoir spreading awareness of Developmental Language Disorder.
Communication is one of the most powerful skills we have. It’s vital for learning, building connections with people, working and navigating day-to-day life. Damien was born with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) which is a speech and language disability that affects Damien by causing “sentences to come out muddled and slow”. In his memoir, Finding a Voice, Damien shares how DLD has affected his life as well as the support systems he’s found with charities such as Afasic and the work he does with them in his adult life.
I liked the structure of Finding a Voice and the way that Damien takes us through his life. The book moves between Damien’s life, more information about DLD, and other topics including the history of some of the locations mentioned and the requirements of web development.... Read Full Review
