articulation

Trouble with the /R/ Sound (Rhotacism)? Read This Guide

Trouble with the /R/ Sound (Rhotacism)? Read This Guide Many children and adults experience problems pronouncing the /r/ sound and are unsure of whether they can fix it or if speech therapy is needed? The /r/ sound is one of the most difficult consonants in the English language to master, so in this article, we […]

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Wondering How to Help a Child with Speech Apraxia? 3 Tips for Parents.

Wondering How to Help a Child with Speech Apraxia? 3 Tips for Parents.     One of the things parents worry about most when they get a diagnosis of Childhood Apraxia of Speech is a feeling of helplessness. They know that speech therapy is crucial to helping a child communicate well, yet parents are often

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Types of Lisps and When to Get Help

Types of Lisps and When to Get Help     There are several different types of lisps, each with its own characteristics that parents should know about. They are very common in young children and may continue into adulthood if not treated properly and early.   The sounds most often misarticulated are the /s/ and

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Parents Need the Right Diagnosis for Childhood Apraxia of Speech

Parents Need the Right Diagnosis for Childhood Apraxia of Speech   Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) is considered to be a rare speech problem in children. However, because it is rare and researchers believe that other types of problems may occur more often than this does – there has been less research into how common

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Halloween Speech Activities for Toddlers You Can Do at Home

One of the most popular holidays is finally here. Halloween! If you’re still looking for a costume, you still have some time left. While it may also seem like there will never be an end in sight as far as treats go (we love them too!), but are you concerned about your child getting wrapped

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Parents Can Improve a Child’s Language Skills at Home with 5 Tips

Parents Can Improve a Child’s Language Skills at Home with 5 Tips     Parents play an important role in improving their child’s development of speech and language skills. Although language is something that children learn naturally, sometimes they need the push and guided help from their parents to show clear improvements in getting to

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Halloween Speech Therapy – 4 Tips for a Sensory-Friendly Trick or Treat

Speech therapy for kids who have poor language or speech skills or or non-verbal toddlers and have additional sensory issues is common. What parents need to know is that studies have shown that kids with sensory issues have a more difficult time with their speech and language and importantly have more difficulty making progress with

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