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How to Assess and Support Light Tech AAC Users

September 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This resource provides a general roadmap for assessing and implementing light augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) tasks and activities for clients who are either non-speaking or with delayed initiation of verbal communication. Rowland, C., & Fried-Oken, M. (2010). Communication matrix: A clinical and Research Assessment tool targeting children with severe communication disorders. Journal of Pediatric […]
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Quick Guide to Pediatric Dysarthria

September 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
Utilize this resource as a foundation and overview of how to identify, assess, and tackle pediatric dysarthria across a variety of settings. Pennington, L., Parker, N. K., Kelly, H., & Miller, N. (2016). Speech therapy for children with Dysarthria acquired before three years of age. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2016(7). Levy, E. S. (2014). […]
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When the First Words Have Not Emerged: Tips & Strategies

September 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This resource provides strategies and recommendations for children who present with delays in the emergence of their first words. Feldman, H. M. (2019). How young children learn language and speech. Pediatrics in review, 40(8), 398-411. Therapy Insights (2020). Expressive and receptive vocabulary milestones for toddlers. Therapy insights (2023). Delayed or age expected: when to get […]
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Spanish Language Phonological Inventory Card Set

August 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
These cards contain all the phonological consonant sounds in the Spanish language with pronunciation guides, visual pictures, and words to match. Use these to practice and support phonological development with Spanish-speaking clients. Video on how to use this resource: Goldstein, B. (2000). Cultural and linguistic diversity resource guide for speech-language pathologists. San Diego, CA: Singular. […]
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Changes in Swallowing After Laryngectomy

August 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
After a total laryngectomy, there is likely no concern for aspiration. However, there are still structural changes that will impact swallowing function that the medical team should consider. Video on how to use this resource: Landera, M. A., Lundy, D. S., & Sullivan, P. A. (2010). Dysphagia after total laryngectomy. Perspectives on Swallowing and Swallowing […]
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Median Nerve Injuries

August 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
The resource details median nerve injuries and treatment options. Video on how to use this resource:
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Diagnostic Metrics Simplified: Reference for Clinicians

August 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This resource outlines diagnostic metrics such as specificity, sensitivity, positive predictive value, negative predictive value, positive likelihood ratios, and negative likelihood ratios to help clinicians better understand tests for various conditions. Video on how to use this resource: Akobeng, A. K. (2007). Understanding diagnostic tests 1: Sensitivity, specificity and predictive values. Acta Paediatrica, 96(3), 338-341.  […]
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