by Jenny Edgar | Nov 27, 2024 | Autism
Recasting and rephrasing are key strategies for supporting language development, particularly for children who may have delays in speech or social communication challenges, such as those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). These techniques are especially effective...
by Jenny Edgar | Nov 27, 2024 | Autism
Total communication is a highly effective approach for supporting children with autism (and other communication challenges) in learning to communicate, including developing spoken language. The concept of total communication emphasises using all available...
by Jenny Edgar | Nov 27, 2024 | Autism
Yes, children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) often exhibit a combination of social communication challenges and restricted, repetitive behaviors. These features are core characteristics of the condition and can vary widely in severity from one individual to...
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 | Jun 10, 2024 | Autism
Perth Speech Therapy can provide comprehensive information on autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in children. Whether you are a parent, educator or simply seeking knowledge, we can offer insights, resources and support to help you better understand autism and navigate...
by Jenny Edgar | Jan 8, 2023 | Autism
Communication Skills These children: Do not generally share observation or experiences with peers or family members. Have little to no eye contact. May have limited to no speech. They may often repeat words / phrases, and this is referred to as echolalia. Tend not to...
