[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”Frequently Asked Questions” background_layout=”dark” background_color=”#92d6e6″ \/][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section”][et_pb_row background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” background_size=”initial”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_toggle admin_label=”Does my child need speech pathology? ” title=”Does my child need speech pathology? ” open_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.02)” closed_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.06)” icon_color=”#4e52b7″ title_text_color=”#000000″ use_border_color=”on” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” background_size=”initial” _builder_version=”3.0.86″ open=”off”]<\/p>\n
If you are unsure if your child needs Speech Pathology, it is best to seek professional advice.\u00a0 The team at Barwon Speech Pathology<\/a> will be able to discuss typical communication patterns, assess your child\u2019s communication and discuss your concerns with you.\u00a0 The following is a general guide. Please contact us to discuss this in more detail.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle admin_label=”My child has not started talking yet and I am getting worried. What should I do?” title=”My child has not started talking yet and I am getting worried. What should I do?” open_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.02)” closed_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.06)” icon_color=”#4e52b7″ title_text_color=”#000000″ title_letter_spacing=”0″ title_line_height=”1″ body_letter_spacing=”0″ body_line_height=”1.7″ use_border_color=”on” border_width=”1″ background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” background_size=”initial”]<\/p>\n Parents can become worried that their child is not speaking, or that they are screaming and becoming frustrated. Firstly, it is worth having your child’s hearing tested and you could discuss this with your GP.\u00a0 Your child’s communication skills can be assessed by a speech pathologist\u00a0who can provide suggestions and advice for things you can do at home to encourage development of your child’s speech and language skills.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle admin_label=”How old should my child be before starting speech pathology? ” title=”How old should my child be before starting speech pathology? ” open_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.02)” closed_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.06)” icon_color=”#4e52b7″ title_text_color=”#000000″ title_letter_spacing=”0″ title_line_height=”1″ body_letter_spacing=”0″ body_line_height=”1.7″ use_border_color=”on” border_width=”1″ background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” background_size=”initial”]<\/p>\n There is no magic age. If you are concerned with your child\u2019s speech then seek out assistance from a Speech Pathologist. Research shows that the best intervention is early intervention.\u00a0 It is best to act early before delay to communication affects social and emotional development.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle admin_label=”How do I know that my child\u2019s speech is so unclear that s\/he needs speech therapy?” title=”How do I know that my child\u2019s speech is so unclear that he needs speech therapy?” open_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.02)” closed_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.06)” icon_color=”#4e52b7″ title_text_color=”#000000″ title_letter_spacing=”0″ title_line_height=”1″ body_letter_spacing=”0″ body_line_height=”1.7″ use_border_color=”on” border_width=”1″ background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” background_size=”initial”]<\/p>\n You may see some or all of these signs that your child needs therapy:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle admin_label=”What is Autism Spectrum Disorder?” title=”What is Autism Spectrum Disorder?” open_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.02)” closed_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.06)” icon_color=”#4e52b7″ title_text_color=”#000000″ use_border_color=”on” open=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” background_size=”initial”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u00a0\u2018Autism Spectrum Disorder\u2019 (ASD) is a lifelong condition that affects the way a person makes sense of, and interacts with, other people and their environment.\u00a0 Many children with ASD have delayed onset of speech and atypical social interaction. To receive a diagnosis of ASD a child must receive a multidisciplinary assessment but therapy can start before a child receives a diagnosis. Please click\u00a0 here<\/a> to read the detailed factsheet from Speech Pathology Australia<\/span>. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle admin_label=”My Child is having difficulty with social skills. What does that mean?” title=”My child is having difficulty with social skills. What does that mean?” open_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.02)” closed_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.06)” icon_color=”#4e52b7″ title_text_color=”#000000″ use_border_color=”on” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” background_size=”initial”]<\/p>\n Social skills are how communicate and interact with other people. \u00a0They include verbal and non-verbal communication, such as speech, gesture, facial expression and body language.<\/span><\/p>\n A person has strong social skills if they have the knowledge and skills of how to behave in social situations and understand the \u2018hidden rules\u2019 when communicating with others.<\/span><\/p>\n Some children who have challenges with social skills may have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or Asperger\u2019s.<\/span><\/p>\n Social skills are vital to enable an individual to develop and maintain positive interactions with peers.\u00a0 These skills are crucial in making and sustaining friendships. \u00a0Social skills are needed to successfully share a space with other people, know how to cooperatively play or work with others, deal with conflict and help find resolutions and understand what another person may thinking and feeling.<\/span><\/p>\n If a child has difficulties with social skills they might:<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle admin_label=”What is the Michelle Garcia Winner\u2019s Social Thinking Program?” title=”What is the Michelle Garcia Winner\u2019s Social Thinking program?” open_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.02)” closed_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.06)” icon_color=”#4e52b7″ title_text_color=”#000000″ use_border_color=”on” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” background_size=”initial”]<\/p>\nA child’s speech<\/strong> should be intelligible (easily understood) to unfamiliar listeners:<\/h4>\n
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An<\/strong> assessment by a Speech Pathologist is recommended if:<\/h4>\n
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