by Jenny Edgar | Nov 23, 2024 | Language Development
The negative impact of iPhones, iPads, and other digital devices on young children has become an important topic of concern for parents, educators, and healthcare professionals. While these devices can offer benefits like educational apps and entertainment, there are...
by Jenny Edgar | Nov 5, 2024 | Language Development
Yes, excessive screen time can potentially impact your child’s language development. Here are some ways it can affect them: Reduced Language Exposure: Excessive screen time can replace time that could be spent engaging in verbal interactions with caregivers or...
by Jenny Edgar | Nov 5, 2024 | Autism
Determining if a child has autism before the age of 18 months can be challenging. While all children develop at different rates, there are average timeframes considered typical for various milestones. For example, most children start to walk between 12 and 14 months,...
by Jenny Edgar | Jul 23, 2024 | Dysphasia, Speech Therapy for Adults
A stroke, medically termed a cerebrovascular accident (CVA), occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain is disrupted, leading to oxygen and nutrient deprivation. This interruption can result from either an ischemic stroke (due to a blockage) or a haemorrhagic...
by Jenny Edgar | Jul 23, 2024 | Dysphasia, Speech Therapy for Adults
A left-sided stroke, also known as a left hemisphere stroke, occurs when there is damage to the brain tissue in the left hemisphere due to either lack of blood flow (ischemic stroke) or bleeding (hemorrhagic stroke). The left hemisphere of the brain is responsible for...
