“Does your child seem to understand much more than he can say? Does he struggle to say words that other kids his age say effortlessly? If so, he may have childhood apraxia of speech (CAS), a neurological, motor-based speech disorder which is characterized by difficulty planning and organizing the speech movements necessary for intelligible speech…. Read more »
Communication
More than fluency
“More than Fluency: The Social, Emotional, and Cognitive Dimensions of Stuttering provides a thoughtful and contemporary framework for speech-language pathologists and others working with people who stutter. The text focuses on the social, emotional, and cognitive realms of stuttering and offers new insights and applications based on research in the field. It guides the reader… Read more »
PECS Level 2 Training: A Two-Day Workshop
On September 9th and 10th, 2019, the Indiana Resource Center for Autism will be co-sponsoring, with Pyramid Educational Consultants, Inc., a training presented by Jill Waegenaere, M.A., CCC-SLP on using PECS “to promote communication throughout the day. Beginning with a review of the Pyramid Approach to Education as it relates to PECS, we guide you… Read more »
Interventions for individuals with autism spectrum disorder and complex communication needs
“People who have both autism spectrum disorder and complex communication needs require specialized, multidisciplinary interventions and supports to boost their independence and quality of life. Find up-to-date, evidence-supported information and strategies in this book, the newest volume in the respected Augmentative and Alternative Communication Series. This essential resource brings together more than 30 internationally recognized… Read more »
ArtStream for Life
“Communication and self-advocacy are vital to independence. This easy-to-use handbook is designed for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), such as autism and Down syndrome, and those who teach them. Anyone and everyone can use theatre games to practice communication. The fun, practical games in this book can help to lessen social anxiety,… Read more »