Theoretical linguistic foundation for initial consonant pronunciation therapy in Vietnamese post-operated children with cleft palate, aged 6 - 10

Abstract

Cleft and palate is a facial deformity with a relatively high incidence rate in newborns, causing physical, functional, and psychological damage that affects development and quality of life of children. Deficiencies in pronunciation structure affect children's pronunciation ability and reduce communication effectiveness. Research on the pronunciation of children with cleft lip and palate is necessary and has scientific value. There have been many research projects by domestic and foreign authors on the pronunciation characteristics of children with cleft and palate. This article focuses on studying the pronunciation of Vietnamese initial consonants of children with cleft lip and palate based on the criteria for identifying Vietnamese initial consonants (place of articulation, method of articulation, vocal characteristics). The results of the article form the theoretical basis and application of proposed principles/strategies for speech therapy for children after KHMV surgery.