Speech Pathology For Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder
Autism Spectrum Disorder is a neurodevelopmental disorder that can affect communication skills and social skills. Autism Spectrum Disorder may manifest in repetitive actions, obsessive behaviours and other behaviours that can vary depending on the individual’s Autism. Autism is also defined by its impact on speech, language and communication. The team at Chatterbox are experienced in treating speech problems related to Autism. Chatterbox recognises that each person is unique and must tailor their treatment program to them.
What speech problems might someone with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) experience?
People with Autism Spectrum Disorder ASD often experience difficulties with language comprehension, speech, and non-verbal communication. This could mean that an individual may experience difficulties with social interaction. Occupational Therapy or Speech Therapy may be able to help.
Speech Problems
Autism is a spectrum that can vary in severity and symptoms. The following list outlines speech problems that can be experienced by children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Express themselves using shrieks, cries, loud sounds or shouting.
- Talk in a monotone way, using valid sentences and expressing no emotion.
- Babble words or hum musically.
- Some people with Autism Spectrum Disorder are entirely non-verbal
Communication Problems
Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder are also likely to experience difficulty communicating with others. Autism Spectrum Disorder ASD patients may have some or all of these communication problems that can be managed by a Speech Therapist or Occupational Therapist.
- Poor conversational skills including no eye contact.
- Difficulty understanding the meaning of conversation.
- Difficulty with comprehending language spoken to them.
- Not knowing how to hold a conversation.
How can Speech Therapy & Occupational Therapy Assist people with Autism?
Speech Pathologists and Occupational Therapists should be included in the Autism treatment in Narellan plan for people with Autism due to their expertise in the area of language and speech. Speech Pathologists work with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder ASD at all ages to improve their communication skills. It is important to remember that both the Speech Pathologist as well as the Occupational Therapist tailor their treatment to each individual. At Chatterbox, our experienced and thoughtful team understand the complexities of Autism Spectrum Disorder and the individuality of each patient. To improve patients’ quality of life, treatment is meticulously planned.
Autism Treatment in Narellan
What Treatment do Speech Pathologists & Occupational Therapists use to treat Autism?
- Expanding vocabulary and speech sounds.
- Typing or signing.
- Using picture boards to help the person communicate.
- Improving articulation of speech.
- Develop conversation skills.
- Learn social norms and speech conventions to aid in social skills and communication.
Speech Therapy and Occupational Therapy is an important part of the management of Autism for children. It can aid in the development of communication and social skills to improve the patient’s quality of life.
We believe every child has the right to have access to therapy no matter where they live, so we offer online therapy services as well as services within our clinics in Rosehill, Bella Vista, Oran Park, Penrith & Kingswood, we proudly also offer our autism spectrum disorder services to local residents and Western Sydney Suburbs.