A full house for a day of cpd with Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust Children's Therapies speech and language therapy team on #dynamicassessment #mySLTday

Misdiagnosis causes parents to have unnecessary worry, fear, and stress. Firm diagnosis should not be made in extremely young children or children who are unable to give an adequate speech sample. #apraxia apraxia-kids.org/guides/family-…

Children who receive an #apraxia of speech diagnosis should begin speech therapy with an SLP, preferably one that has had previous experience in treating apraxia. Exactly how often the child should have speech therapy will vary on the needs of each child. apraxia-kids.org/guides/family-…

It has been 3 years since my son’s dx of apraxia. I see him fight to speak every day!!! It is a slow and long road to clear sounds... hang in there to all of the mamas and families!!!! They can do this!!!! Apraxia Kids

It may be difficult for SLPs to diagnose childhood #apraxia of speech in children under age 3, but the disorder can be “suspected” and early help can and should begin. Read more here: apraxia-kids.org/guides/family-…

Did you hear the news? Apraxia-Kids.org is getting a new look in 2019! Please note that our webinar platform will be under construction after December 15th, so any webinars purchased will be unavailable after that date! apraxia-kids.org/on-demand-apra… #apraxiakids #apraxia

When a child is first diagnosed with any special need, the parent or primary caregiver is often overwhelmed and consumed with concerns, fear, and practical issues, such as arranging for therapy. Supportive family and friends are so meaningful and needed! apraxia-kids.org/guides/family-…