Speech Pathology For Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder
Autism Spectrum Disorder is a neurodevelopmental disorder that can affect a person’s communication ability 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 can also impact speech and language. Our team at Chatterbox has experience in dealing with Autism-related speech problems. Chatterbox knows that every treatment must be customised to the individual.
What speech difficulties might someone with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), experience?
Autism Spectrum Disorder ASD (ASD) can be characterised by difficulty in language comprehension, speech and nonverbal communication. This means that the individual might experience difficulty with social interaction. Occupational Therapy and Speech Therapy are both options to address these issues.
Speech Problems
Autism differs greatly in symptoms and severity. Below is a list of speech problems that children with Autism Spectrum Disorder may experience.
- Express themselves using shrieks, cries, loud sounds or shouting.
- Speak in a monotone way, saying valid sentences but lacking expression.
- 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. A person with Autism Spectrum Disorder ASD may experience some or all of the following communication challenges, which can be managed by a Speech Pathologist 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.
What can Speech Therapy & Occupational Therapy do to assist people with Autism?
Because of their expertise in speech and language, Occupational Therapists and Speech Pathologists should be part of an Autism treatment in Rouse Hill plan. Speech Pathologists work with children of all ages with Autism Spectrum Disorder ASD to find the best way 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. Chatterbox has an experienced and thoughtful team that understands Autism Spectrum Disorder and each patient’s uniqueness. The treatment is planned carefully to improve the patient’s quality life.
Autism Treatment in Rouse Hill
How do speech pathologists and occupational therapists 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 helps to develop communication and social skills that will improve the child’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.