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Dyspraxia

Dyspraxia

Dyspraxia is a neurological disorder effecting the production of speech. This disorder occurs when there is no actual damage to the nerves or muscles used in speech, but the child is unable to voluntarily coordinate their muscle to produce speech sounds and words. This is generally referred to as a motor planning and execution disorder.

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What is the NDIS and how can it help adults with speech difficulties

What is the NDIS? The NDIS is a national scheme, which is being implemented across Australia to provide targeted support and better coordination and access to services for people with a disability. The scheme is a single national system catering people with any kind of disability anywhere in Australia with the aim of providing equal […]

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The impact of language delay at school

One of the most popular misconceptions about children with speech and language delay is that taking a ‘wait and see’ approach cannot hurt. While this approach may not lead to anything life threatening, it can have serious repercussions for a child’s entire future following poor performance at school leading to decreased opportunities in further education, […]

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Do children grow out of Speech and Language Delay

There are a few common misconceptions regarding speech and language delays in children. Many parents are given advice that is not correct by other parents or even other health professionals that do not specialise in communication development. In turn they may make the wrong decisions when it comes to the management of communication delays. One […]

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Do children grow out of Speech or Language Delay

There are a few common misconceptions regarding speech and language delays in children. Many parents get given advice that is not correct by other parents or even other health professionals that do not specialise in communication development, and in turn may make the wrong decisions when it comes to the management of communication delays. One […]

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National mothering week – breast feeding styles

In light of National Mothering Week, I would like to discuss the topic of breast-feeding and the different positions that mothers can breast-feed their infants. There are a few classic breast-feeding positions that are most often used successfully, these include: The Madonna or Cradle hold The Cradle hold is one of the most commonly used […]

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Types of Augmentative and Alternative Communication

What is Augmentative and Alternative Communication? Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) is any type of communication strategy used by individuals with a range of conditions causing them to have significant difficulties with verbal speech. Some individuals even require a range of AAC methods to communicate and others may use AAC in conjunction with verbal speech […]

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