A Strengths-Based Approach to Autism Learning Style
A Strengths-Based Approach to Autism Learning Style (Social Communication) As time goes on, we continue to learn so much about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). It is vital to continue researching, as 1 in 54 children are diagnosed with ASD [...]
Does Teletherapy Work?
Does Teletherapy Work? It’s been over a year now since Exceptional Speech Therapy launched teletherapy services - a decision set in motion by the COVID-19 pandemic. Teletherapy is a session with a health provider that happens via technology, with [...]
Halloween for Children with Special Needs
Halloween for Children with Special Needs It is now Fall! (I know… Time is flying!). Luckily, this time of year brings a variety of joyful holidays, where everyone can reunite and momentarily forget about world events that may make us [...]
Children with ADHD
Children With ADHD Kids are known to have increased energy and occasionally be disruptive (life would be boring without them though, wouldn’t it?!). Many parents wonder, however, is their child displaying typical “kid behavior” or could it be something [...]
Help! My Child Won’t Follow Directions
Help! My Child Won’t Follow Directions “Matthew, go bring your shoes, please”… *silence*… “Matthew, did you hear me?”… No matter how many times you repeat the prompt, Matthew meets you with a blank stare. Does this situation sound familiar [...]
Velopharyngeal Dysfunction
Velopharyngeal Dysfunction in Pediatric Population Before talking about velopharyngeal dysfunction, is important to understand what is typical velopharyngeal function: The velopharyngeal valve is made up of: “Velum”, also known as the soft palate “Lateral Pharyngeal Walls”, also known as the side walls [...]
Phonological Processes
What is a Phonological Process? Have you ever heard your child say words like “wain” for “rain”, or “pane” for “plane”? For some, it can be extremely cute to hear a child speak in this manner, and while it’s [...]
A Guide for Autism Spectrum Disorder
Receiving an Evaluation For Autism Spectrum Disorder If you do find that your child is exhibiting some of these signs of autism spectrum disorder, remember that it is important to take your child to receive a professional evaluation from [...]
Selective Mutism
What is Selective Mutism? I met a 4-year-old child at a birthday party and said, “Hi! What’s your name?”; the child stares back at you, but does not answer… You ask a different question, “Are you having fun?”, but [...]
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