October is Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Month
Some key questions about Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) answered by a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP).
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Communication Method For Autistic Children: Whose Choice?
“I want my child to speak.”
All parents want that. As a Speech and Language Therapist (SLT), I want to help parents achieve this goal as well. However, is this a choice for us to make? It is estimated that about 25-30% of children diagnosed with autism are non-verbal or minimally verbal (NVMV)
Book Review: Autism Abracadabra – A Grimoire of Games
The full title of this book definitely does it justice - Autism Abracadabra. Seven Magic Ingredients to Help Develop Your Child’s Interactive Attention Span. Hence, the term grimoire used in the title of this piece. According to the Oxford Dictionary, a grimoire is “a book of magic spells and invocations.”
10 Tips for Calming Down A Hyper Special Needs Child
No matter how well you know and love your child, there will be times when he or she is simply too much to handle. Perhaps the constant flapping or jumping has gotten out of control, or the loud shrieking has finally pushed you past your limits. Whatever the situation, it’s important to remember that you aren’t alone—many parents of children with special needs are in the same boat as you are. The key to helping your child calm down might lie in one of these 10 tips for calming down a hyper-autistic child.
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