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Language Milestones for Children
Language development unfolds from the earliest days of life. Understanding these milestones helps you support and encourage your child's...
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Feb 183 min read
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Supporting A Perfectionist Child
Parenting a perfectionist can feel like walking a tightrope—you want to encourage their drive without letting it go into self-criticism....
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Nov 1, 20242 min read
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Perspective-Taking: Building Empathy and Understanding In the Home Environment
As adults, understanding different points of view helps us communicate and relate to others better. For children, learning...
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Oct 30, 20243 min read
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Supporting Your Child's Speech Development
Effective communication is important for overall development. Speech articulation, which is the ability to produce sounds correctly, is...
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Sep 2, 20244 min read
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Challenges Faced by Neurodiverse Adults in College and the Workplace
The transition into higher education and the workforce marks a big change for young adults. Neurodiverse individuals, as they navigate...
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Jul 6, 20244 min read
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An Educator's Guide To Recognizing Dyslexia
Early Signs Teachers work closely with their students, and are alert for potential signs of learning challenges in each learner. Since...
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Jul 6, 20244 min read
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Helping Young Children with Stuttering: Effective Strategies for Teachers
Stuttering, a speech disorder characterized by disruptions in the flow of speech, can be particularly challenging for young children. As...
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Jul 6, 20242 min read
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How to Create a Language-Rich Environment at Home
Creating a language-rich environment at home is essential for fostering a child’s language development. From the earliest babbles to...
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Jul 6, 20243 min read
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Silent Struggle: Understanding Selective Mutism
What is Selective Mutism? Selective mutism (SM) is a complex childhood anxiety disorder characterized by a child's inability to speak in...
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Jul 5, 20243 min read
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Tips On Helping Children With Sentence Formulation
Modeling Speak using clear and complete sentences. When conversing with children, model proper grammar and syntax. Repeat their sentences...
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Apr 16, 20242 min read
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Think it or Say it?
In a world where communication is ongoing and happens quickly, mastering the art of social interaction is very important. We constantly...
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Apr 11, 20243 min read
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Helping Teens With Narrative Language
In the world of speech-language therapy, one essential skill for effective communication is the ability to retell stories or events, or...
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Apr 10, 20243 min read
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Dyslexia Resources
This list of resources was created to help support dyslexic learners enhance their reading, writing, speech and academic skills. Reading...
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Apr 10, 20242 min read
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Effective Workplace Communication
In the dynamic atmosphere of the modern workplace, effective communication is the cornerstone of success. Whether it's conveying ideas,...
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Mar 15, 20242 min read
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An Introduction To The Six Syllable Types
Syllables are the building blocks of words, serving as the foundation of language and literacy. Understanding the different types of...
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Mar 10, 20242 min read
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Strategies to Enhance Executive Function in Children
Executive function refers to a set of skills that help individuals manage time, pay attention, switch focus, plan and organize, remember...
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Dec 22, 20232 min read
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Social Skills Milestones from Birth to 8 Years Old
The social development in children is a fascinating and dynamic process, marked by a series of milestones that lay the groundwork for...
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Dec 13, 20232 min read
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Understanding and Evaluating Dyslexia
Dyslexia affects language processing, particularly in the areas of reading, spelling, and writing. Although dyslexia is somewhat common,...
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Dec 6, 20232 min read
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Understanding Special Education: Exploring the 14 Categories for Eligibility Under IDEA
In the world of special education, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is the guiding force ensuring that every child,...
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Dec 6, 20233 min read
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Teaching Vocabulary
Vocabulary is the cornerstone of effective communication and academic success. As therapists, educators, and parents, understanding the...
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Dec 6, 20233 min read
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