Google Seeks Help From People With Speech Issues

 

Google wants to make it easier for people with disabilities that affect their speech to communicate with those around them and they're looking for some help. Read More >

Microsoft Backing Inclusive Technology

The company is funding a speech recognition app to help people with communication challenges and a chatbot that prepares those with disabilities for job interviews, among other projects. Read More >

Skype Broadening Access To Speech Therapy Study

Researchers are using Skype to remotely train parents of kids with developmental disabilities to serve as stand-in speech language clinicians for their children. Read More;

Increasing Verbal Interactions with Your Minimally Verbal Child

Most of us take for granted the ability to have fluid, seamless verbal interactions on a daily basis. This is likely due to the fact that many of us learn the skill of speech with little to no effort. It “miraculously” just occurs. Consider, though, that for your minimally verbal child, these “simple” interactions can be extremely frustrating and require an enormous amount of work. The recent success of one of my students who has autism spectrum disorder (ASD) inspired me to share some thoughts and techniques to help others like him enjoy increased success. Perspective and attitude are two concepts that…  Read in browser »

Teaching Assertive Communication: An Essential Life Skill

Is your child a passive or aggressive communicator? Learning more about these communication styles can help you understand where your child is coming from and encourage assertive communication skills for more effective interactions with others. Passive Communication Passive communicators are very sensitive to others’ needs and sacrifice their own needs. • They are very worried about how others feel. • They need reassurance from others for their own choices. • They give up what they want to please other people. • They have a hard time making decisions. Pros: Passive communicators can empathize with people. They make others feel loved and appreciated, and they are…   Read in browser »

Speech Disorder More Common In Kids With Autism, Study Finds

New research suggests that an otherwise rare speech disorder may affect nearly two-thirds of kids with autism, a finding that's prompting calls for greater screening.  http://www.disabilityscoop.com/2015/06/30/speech-more-common-autism/20424/

Study considers use of iPads during autism therapy

Children with autism who have access to an iPad during traditional therapy may make more progress with communication and interaction skills than peers who do not have such access, according to a recent study. Almost 78% of students using the tablets in the study improved on a quarter or more of their targeted measures, compared with 62% of students without the devices. MedicalXpress.com/HealthDay News (7/1)  http://medicalxpress.com/news/2014-07-ipads-boost-skills-kids-autism.html