Articulation disorders are speech difficulties that affect a person's ability to produce sounds correctly. This can involve substituting one sound for another, omitting sounds, or distorting sounds. For example, a child might say "wabbit" instead of "rabbit." These issues can impact communication and may lead to challenges in social interactions and academic performance. These disorders can arise from various factors, including developmental delays, hearing loss, or physical issues with the mouth and throat. Speech-language pathologists often assess and treat articulation disorders using targeted exercises and strategies to improve sound production and overall speech clarity.