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What is Pragmatics (Social Communication)?

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Social communication or pragmatics refers to the way in which children

use language within social situations. Social language includes

three different components:

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1. The ability to use language for different purposes;

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  2. The ability to adapt language to meet the needs of the

 listener or situation;

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  3. Following the often “unspoken” rules of conversation.

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How can I tell if my child has problems with Pragmatic skills?

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• Difficulty making friends

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• Difficulty staying on topic during conversation

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• Inappropriately gaining attention of others (e.g. interrupting)

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• Standing too close to a person; lack of personal space

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• Conversations are disorganized

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• Inappropriate eye contact during conversations

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• Not listening during a conversation

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• Dominating the conversation

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• Not knowing how to ask for clarification

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• Inability to interpret the tone of voice of others

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• Limited use of language (e.g. only making statements)

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• Difficulty in "perspective-taking"

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Why should I seek therapy if I notice difficulties with social communication (pragmatics)?

 

Therapeutic intervention can help a child:

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• Learn how to engage appropriately with others during play, conversation and personal interactions.

• Learn how to make friends 

• Learn how to respond appropriately during interactions with both familiar and unfamiliar people;

• Be aware of the social norms of social conduct and social interaction

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