A lisp is a common speech impediment where a person has difficulty pronouncing ‘s’ and ‘z’ sounds, often making them sound slushy , wet, or like a ‘th’ sound, due to incorrect tongue placement (like poking out between the teeth) when forming these sounds. Common Causes • Tongue Placement: The tongue might stick out between or in front of the teeth instead of resting behind them. • Oral Muscle Weakness: Muscles in the tongue or mouth might not be strong enough. • Learned Habit: A child might simp

What Is a Lisp? The 4 Types, Causes, and How to Correct Them