What is Apraxia?
Apraxia of speech is a neurological motor speech disorder affecting the brain’s ability to plan speech movements. Learn about signs, diagnosis, and treatment.
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Conversational Speech in Children: What It Is and How to Support It
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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4 Ways a Speech Therapist Can Help You Improve Your Public Speaking
Improving your public speaking skills can be a valuable investment in your personal and professional life. Whether you are giving a presentation at work, delivering a toast at a wedding, or speaking to a group for any other reason, the ability to speak clearly, confidently, and effectively can help you make a strong impression and
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How can Speech Therapy help with ADHD?
Can speech therapy help with ADHD? Yes. Many children with ADHD experience challenges with language, listening, and social communication that a Speech-Language Pathologist can directly support. Speech therapy is one part of a broader treatment approach that may include medication, occupational therapy, and educational support. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects a
7 Tips for Communicating with Your Child from a Speech Therapist
How can parents help their child communicate? Parents can make a meaningful difference by creating frequent talking opportunities, narrating daily activities, and reading together often. These strategies support natural language development from the earliest stages. If you have questions about your child’s progress, a Speech-Language Pathologist can help. As your child grows up, there are
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What is ‘Neurodiversity?’
You might have heard the term “neurodiversity” and wondered what it means. The word captures the full range of neurological variation in the human population: different neurological conditions, developmental differences, and learning styles. Neurodiversity advances the idea that these variations should be appreciated and acknowledged as a natural part of human diversity. Neurodiversity is not
All About Articulation: When Your Child Can’t Say Their Speech Sounds
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 improve their
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What is AAC? A Guide to Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Do you have a family member who is unable to communicate their needs verbally? If so, you may have come across the term AAC, short for Augmentative and Alternative Communication. AAC is a broad category of systems and strategies that supplement or replace spoken language. In this guide, we address the most common questions families
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What is Professional Communication? 5 Things to Know
Professional communication skills matter at every stage of your career. Whether your goals are to present more confidently, lead meetings more effectively, negotiate clearly, or reduce filler words that are holding you back, our professional communication services are designed to help working professionals in Vancouver and across BC reach those goals. What is professional communication?
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When to Start Speech Therapy If Your Child Isn’t Talking Yet
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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