AAC for Children with Autism One of the major struggles faced by children with autism is their inability to effectively communicate with others. While some kids with autism can produce speech, they may not always be able to use these utterances meaningfully to communicate with others. Whereas, some others could be completely ‘non-verbal’ and might …
Communication boards are simple means to help a person communicate their needs. In this blog, we will help you make DIY Communication Boards for Persons with Aphasia. Many People with Aphasia find it difficult to communicate due to brain damage. These boards can be very easy, cost-effective, and simple to use. It consists of simple …
AAC stands for Augmentative and Alternative Communication. In this blog, we will tell you about Avaz AAC for Communication. Further, these are devices and tools that help communication. Furthermore, few children and people who have speech difficulties greatly benefit from AAC tools and devices. Here is a link to what is AAC: https://1specialplace.com/product/my-child-and-aac/ Avaz is …
What to do When Your Child gets an Autism Diagnosis When Your Child gets an Autism Diagnosis When a professional informs you that your child has autism spectrum disorder, it may be a new term to you. At this moment as a parent, you may be feeling somewhat confused. Remember this, however: Autism will never …
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AAC: Myths and Facts What is Augmentative and Alternative Communication? Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) is a mode of communication wherein strategies, tools, and devices are used to supplement or replace spoken language. These devices are required for children & adults who have speech impairments. Some individuals prefer communicating by maintaining a notebook and them …
Tips For Teaching AAC to a Child Alternative & Augmentative Communication helps the child to learn communication through different modalities (especially using a device) other than the verbal mode. The hardest part about using AAC devices with children, is, knowing what to do with it once you have it. Another doubt can be understanding how …
In-Depth Talk With Mini Dwivedi Gopinathan Mini Dwivedi Gopinathan, We are back with another interview with the most talented super mom and Founder & Director of PlayStreet, Bangalore. We would like to know about you in your own words. Whenever I face a situation that is against me, I opt to be adaptable rather than grieve …