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There are several factors that impact a child’s intelligibility, for example how well a child’s speech is understood. Sometimes its articulatory deficits; sometimes phonological deficits; AND sometimes it can be both. Let’s begin with understanding the difference. Articulation disorder refers to the distorted production of speech sounds involving the uncoordinated movements of the lips, tongue, […]
Basic concepts are foundational words essential for understanding instructions, solving problems, and effective communication. Teaching these concepts early supports academic success and daily life skills. Imagine you and your child are entering the house after returning from a trip to the grocery store. You might ask your child to do the following: “Before you play with […]
Typically, we think of AAC users as people with complex communication needs, however every day we are using AAC in some form or fashion. AAC is used by everyone every day! What is AAC? AAC stands for Augmentative Alternative Communication. This includes any form of communication that is not speech. AAC can be used as […]
The ability to maintain appropriate awareness of our body in space is essential in supporting a child’s attention and following directions. Good body awareness is also essential in supporting our emotional regulation and arousal level. Free-range play, such as the playground, is a great way to promote body awareness. However, sometimes, our children may want […]
Parental fatigue can affect every aspect of your life, making it difficult to focus on your job as a caregiver, your career, or your health. Taking care of a child with special needs often means neglecting your own when you are unable to manage your time wisely or when you’re battling the effects of anxiety […]
Books are a great tool to use to target your child’s speech and language skills at home. There are countless ways to use books for educational and therapy purposes. Here are a few examples. Speech Sound Production: If your child is working on a specific speech sound or group of sounds in therapy, look for […]
Merriam-Webster defines play as “a recreational activity, especially the spontaneous activity of children.” As children are growing and exploring their environments, play is how they learn. You could even think of it as play is a child’s occupation. As a Speech Language Pathologist I use play every day to help build and expand upon social, […]
Now that the weather is getting warmer and we are spending more time outside, it may seem more difficult to incorporate carryover of your child’s speech and language goals. Here are some ideas and activities to continue speech and language development at the park or your own backyard! Studies show direct links between physical activity […]
For more than a decade, APT has had an amazing partnership with The Kidz Club throughout the state of Kentucky! The Kidz Club is a PPEC (prescribed pediatric extended care), which provides skilled nursing care in a supportive and stimulating environment for children from birth to under 21 years old who have medical diagnoses. The Kidz […]
What are cues? A cue is something that can be done in order to support a child’s likelihood of reaching success towards a targeted skill. Therapists want children to be successful when working on certain skills. Providing cues can help lead a child to that success. Cues are often more necessary when a targeted skill […]