Comprehension of language can also be a focus of speech therapy, whether it be developmental, following placement of a cochlear implant to restore hearing, or as the result of a stroke. Although some patients receiving speech therapy services have the ability to communicate, some can have a difficult time using appropriate communication skills. These difficulties range from to playing...
What are the differences between ABA, BCBA, and CAS?
The CAS and AC are meant for the broad audience in the world of autism. The designations show that an individual specializes and/or remains up to date in the field of Autism. ABA therapy and BCBA is most recognizable as being used with individuals with Autism, but are not Autism specific...
Reasons to Refer for Speech or Language Therapy
Caregivers who suspect that a child may need speech or language therapy should speak with the child’s physician about getting a referral for assessment.Many families are surprised to find out their child needs speech or language therapy, as they often chalk up their child’s speech-related problems to not listening or just a cute “quirk.” ...
How Does Therapy Work? 3 Ways Counseling Could Help You
Therapy can be hard work, and going into therapy with this in mind can help prepare you for the occasional tough session. But when you work with the right therapist, therapy can be productive and healing, and most of your sessions will probably feel rewarding, even when they’re a little...
Creating Connection with Your Teen
These are just a few ways to connect with your teen. Remember, connection is an anchor that will help your relationship weather the choppy adolescent waters. Take every opportunity you can to strengthen that anchor so that when you come out the other side, you will be able to pull anchor and sail off into a wonderfully strong adult relationship with your...
Top 3 Best Ways of Preventing Misbehavior in Children—Homeschool Edition
The great thing about these methods is that they are interdependent and form a coherent, effective system for reducing misbehavior, creating healthy habits and routines, and developing discipline in children while they are at home. It won’t be easy, but over time you will have a much-improved homeschooling experience...
What is early childhood intervention?
The most important thing is to focus on what you want for your child. A good therapist should work closely with you and your family. They will listen to your needs, consider your views, answer your questions (no matter how many you have) and clearly explain your child’s therapy to you in a way you can understand...
Common Symptoms of Autism in Children
The label is given to people who have untypical social interactions, communication and have some restrictive and/or repetitive behavior. It is called a spectrum condition because the symptoms of autism can vary such a lot from person to person...
Why is it important to start as early as possible?
There are many different assistive devices and most of them are available for the smallest children. A therapist can assist you in finding the right equipment to promote social and cognitive development as well as motor function for your child...
What You Need to Know: Early Intervention
Children receive services for different lengths of time, depending on what they need. Some children participate for a short time to address a temporary delay in development. Other children may require follow-up special education services once they enter school...
