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Autism can come in many forms. One very common trait of people with autism is restrictive or repetitive behaviours, such as being fixed on a routine. Whilst COVID-19 has changed many of our lives, for those with autism, it can seem like their world is turning upside down. But not to worry! We’ve come up with some handy tools to …
Almost a year on from the start of the pandemic, we’re looking back at the support that the government has given to NDIS providers. Whilst the whole sector should be thankful for the support that has been given, there are some worrying statistics to come out of the last 12 months that suggest that some support is still needed. NDS’s …
Some people think that if their child or family member is non verbal (e.g. doesn’t talk at all) that a speech pathologist can’t help, but we can! Speech pathologists can help to develop alternative methods of communication that help people to engage and interact with the world around them in effective ways.
There are certain speech and language milestones that we expect children to reach as they are growing and developing. It is worth seeing a speech pathologist if your child: is stuttering, is very difficult to understand, or has great difficulty understanding what is being said or communicated to them. If your child has very restricted or limited food preferences a …
Speech pathologists work with people with communication impairments such as difficulties with speaking, listening, understanding language, reading, writing, social skills, stuttering and using voice. People who experience difficulties swallowing food and drink safely can also be helped by a speech pathologist. The speech pathologist usually does an assessment to determine the type and severity of the difficulties experienced by the …
““Speech pathologists study, diagnose and treat communication disorders, including difficulties with speaking, listening, understanding language, reading, writing, social skills, stuttering and using voice. They work with people who have difficulty communicating because of developmental delays, stroke, brain injuries, learning disability, intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, dementia and hearing loss, as well as other problems that can affect speech and language. People …
What do you think when somebody mentions telehealth, digital practice or online therapy? Many families, service providers and clinicians are hesitant about what it involves, what the difference is, and if it really works. In fact, many people use the terms interchangeably. At Umbo, we like to talk about online therapy or digital practice, because we believe that it leaves behind any baggage attached to traditional telepractice and practical …
Bilingualism is being fluent in understanding and speaking two languages. There are more bilingual and multilingual people in the world than there are monolinguals. Australia alone – being one of the most diverse and multicultural countries in the world – houses over 300 different languages that are spoken in the home environment. As a speech pathologist trained, living and working …
Many people have been introduced to online therapy in the last few months. It almost feels like a new phenomenon that has taken the world by storm. Telehealth, as it’s sometimes called, has actually been around for a long time. Many practitioners can claim to have been practicing online therapy for over a decade! Here are some reasons why they’ve …
Ed Johnson, Clinical Innovation Advisor A growing body of evidence shows that even for traditionally hands-on supports like handwriting therapy or swallowing assessments, online speech and occupational therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. Just as importantly, this article tells us that families of kids with disabilities in particular want timely and high-quality support whether it’s online or in-person: …
