According to researchers at Brigham Young University, children with speech impairments are not able to handle emotions as effectively as their peers with normal language development.  Apparently, many speech-impaired children struggle with reading facial expressions and sizing up social situations, a skill that should be addressed in speech therapy, according to Bonnie Brinton, the lead researcher. 

This is an interesting concept, and it seems that a lot of work is needed to fully understand the connection between speech development and general social skills.  At least if parents are aware of this potential issue, we can work with our children’s medical practitioners to address any problems.