Question 1

do boys learn to talk slower than girls?

Accepted Answer

Yes: On average, girls seem to speak at an earlier age than boys do, but there is great variation among individual children. Thus, one can find boys who started speaking early, and also find girls who started late. Boys and girls are genetically different, so they have differences in their brains. Also, parents "unintentionally" speak to their boys differently compared to they way they speak to girls.

Question 2

why are boys more prone to learning disabilities than girls are?

Accepted Answer

We don't know: Boys are more vulnerable than girls to many childhood mental disorders  including ld, adhd, autism, speech and language delays, tourette disorder.  Some have hypothesized it has to do with exposure to testoserone in the womb, but the why of that remains unclear, even if true.  Equally mysterious is why girls tend to "catch up" in the teen years, though with different disorders.

Question 3

how do babies learn to talk?

Accepted Answer

By listening: Infant learn by listening and imitating behavior, that is why so important to speak to them in clear concise words. Repetition is also part of the learning process.

Question 4

how can i tell if my child is learning to talk at the rate she is supposed to be learning?

Accepted Answer

Talk: Talk to your pediatrician or follow guidelines for age appropriate language development, such as http://bit.Ly/agpu36.

Question 5

sir i am very shy.i feel shy to talk to girls.i feel shy when my frienfs make fun of me.how to cure my shy habit?

Accepted Answer

Various ways!: There is simple shyness and then there is a larger syndrome called social phobia or social anxiety disorder which includes more difficulties socially such as not even being willing to eat in front of other people and more. It may be very helpful to see a therapist to see where you are on this "spectrum". Medication can help. So can cognitive behavioral therapy. You can get so much better-get help!

Question 6

drops of transparent fluid&semen comes out when i talk to girls, think about or see girls.i have prostatitst. is this normal or bcoz of prostatist?

Accepted Answer

Normal: Normal, because of arousal, abnormal if no arousal.

Question 7

how can i help my baby learn to talk?

Accepted Answer

Talk to her: The best way to help your baby learn to talk is to talk to your baby.  Make eye contact, play games, mimic your baby's sounds and read to her.  Normal babies will learn naturally through these activities.

Question 8

any websites for teenage girls to talk about problems?

Accepted Answer

Teenhelp.org: Try teenhelp.Org it has information and forums for teens to discuss multiple topics.

Question 9

i'm afraid to look/talk to girls. is there anything i can take for this?

Accepted Answer

Not really: A good therapist can help you gain confidence and overcome shyness. Sometimes, it helps if you can take small steps. Instead of having a big conversation, start with a brief impersonal comment (the weather is easy!). Take deep breaths and practice relaxing before you try to speak. An anti-anxiety med may help. Talk with your doctor.

Question 10

im a guy who gets depressed whenever i talk to  girls?

Accepted Answer

Counseling can help: Figure out in what situations this occurs, what may be triggering it and how to change it.  It's not a question that can answered without exploring the particulars.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Do boys learn to talk slower than girls

A member asked:

Do boys learn to talk slower than girls?

A member asked:

Why are boys more prone to learning disabilities than girls are?

A member asked:

How do babies learn to talk?

A member asked:

How can i tell if my child is learning to talk at the rate she is supposed to be learning?

A member asked:

Sir i am very shy.i feel shy to talk to girls.i feel shy when my frienfs make fun of me.how to cure my shy habit?

A member asked:

Drops of transparent fluid&semen comes out when i talk to girls, think about or see girls.i have prostatitst. is this normal or bcoz of prostatist?

A member asked:

How can i help my baby learn to talk?

A member asked:

Any websites for teenage girls to talk about problems?

A member asked:

I'm afraid to look/talk to girls. is there anything i can take for this?

A member asked:

Im a guy who gets depressed whenever i talk to girls?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?