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What is Conversational Speech and How Can It Help My Child?

An important aspect of a child’s communication development is the ability to engage in the back-and-forth exchange of information that occurs during a conversation. It’s an essential skill for children to develop, as it allows them to participate in social interactions, and effectively communicate their needs, thoughts, feelings, and ideas. This article helps to explain […]

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How can Speech Therapy help with ADHD?

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How can Speech Therapy help with ADHD? Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects a person’s ability to regulate their attention, impulse control, and activity level. Children with ADHD may have difficulty paying attention, following instructions, and controlling their behaviors, which can impact their academic, social, and overall daily functioning. ADHD is typically

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7 Tips for Communicating with Your Child from a Speech Therapist

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As your child grows up, there are many stages of development to look forward to, like walking, talking, and when your child starts playing with other children. These stages of development come at different times for each child and happens as a natural progression of growth. As a parent, it can be hard to patiently

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What is ‘Neurodiversity?’

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You might have heard the term ‘Neurodiversity’ being used and wondered what it means. The word “neurodiversity” aims to capture the diverse neurological variations that make up the human population that includes a range of neurological conditions, developmental differences, and learning abilities. The term aims to advance the notion that neurological variations should be appreciated

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All About Articulation: When Your Child Can’t Say Their Speech Sounds

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Children have A LOT to learn when starting to speak! Articulation, the sounds a child makes when speaking, is an important aspect of a child’s expressive communication that may require help from an expert. When a child struggles to produce speech sounds by a certain age, a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) can help them to improve

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What is AAC? A Guide to Augmentative and Alternative Communication

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Do you have a family member who is unable to communicate their needs verbally? If so, you might have heard the term AAC or Augmentative and Alternative Communication. AAC is a combination of systems and strategies that replace or supplement speech. In this guide, we will be discussing some of the most common questions about

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My Child is Not Talking Yet – When to Start Speech Therapy?

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A child’s first word and first step are expected around their first birthday. However speech and language milestones are not hard rules. The truth is, some children develop faster or slower than others. A Speech Therapist can help you identify where your child is in terms of their developmental milestones. So, when should parents and

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Reading to Children: 6 Tips from a Speech Therapist

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Shared reading is one of the best activities parents and caregivers can choose to do with their children. One on one reading time truly nourishes a child’s ability to learn, read, think, and imagine. As a Speech-Language Pathologist, reading for pleasure is one of the first recommendations we make to families. The benefits are countless,

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Speech Therapy for Dyslexia and other Language-Based Learning Difficulties

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Are you worried that your child has problems with reading, writing, and spelling? If so, you might find this information about language-based learning difficulties (LLDs) useful. The most widely-known LLD is Dyslexia, which is when one has difficulty with reading. Unlike other learning disabilities, LLDs are not caused by problems with vision, hearing, or an

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4 Steps to Autism (ASD) Diagnosis, Funding, and Treatment in BC (Updated 2024)

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Getting an Autism (ASD) Diagnosis for your child This guide provides information on how to obtain a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in British Columbia through public health. An Autism diagnosis not only helps your family to better understand your child’s developmental journey, but also provides your family with access to provincial funding for

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