Only a few more sleeps until Christmas and for all those who do not want to fall behind with speech practice, here are some great Christmas conversation starter. While these topics are great for targeting all sounds, they are separated into the three most commonly targeted sounds for kids in speech pathology. The ‘r’ sound […]
What is speech sound therapy?
There are two subcategories for therapy targeting Speech Sound Delays and Disorders. These include Articulation therapy and Phonology therapy. The two are often confused so below is some information about both and the differentiating features between the two therapy types. What is Articulation Therapy? Articulation therapy is a type of therapy method that targets speech […]
Should people with diabetes avoid fruit: exploring the myth
Carbohydrates and diabetes It is common knowledge that carbohydrate foods affect our blood sugar levels. To explain this further, it is important to first understand carbohydrates. The carbohydrate food group includes fruits, breads and cereals, rice, pasta, lentils, certain starchy vegetables like potato and corn, and dairy. When we eat carbohydrate-containing foods our pancreas secretes […]
What to expect in an initial literacy speech pathology assessment
On visiting a speech pathologist, the session often starts with a discussion around the area of concern, whether it is regarding speech, language, literacy, voice, stuttering or swallowing. Once you have established what your concerns are, there are a few key components that a literacy assessment is composed of including: Case History This includes any […]
