Clinical ReferenceTherapy Activity

Teens and AAC: Make it Meaningful

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Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages

Population:

Pediatric

Discipline:

SLP

Diagnosis:

AAC

References:

  • Biggs, E.E., Carter, E.W., & Gustafson, J. (2017). Efficacy of peer support arrangements to increase peer interaction and AAC use. American Journal on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
  • Binger, C., & Light, J. (2008). The morphology and syntax of individuals who use AAC: Research review and implications for effective practice. Augmentative and Alternative Communication.
  • Logan, K., Iacono, T., & Trembath, D. (2017). A systematic review of research into aided AAC to increase social-communication functions in children with autism spectrum disorder. Augmentative and Alternative Communication.

This resource provides a starting point to increase teen buy-in and engagement with AAC. Tips and activities included. This printable clinical reference is for speech-language pathologists working with pediatric patients, covering AAC. Print Resource, US Letter, 2 pages. Members can view and print it.

Use this resource when a patient, family, or colleague asks:

  • How can I build meaningful AAC use for teens beyond requesting and labeling?
  • How do I support social communication and peer interaction with AAC in adolescents?
  • What AAC therapy activities are appropriate for teenagers using communication devices?

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