Posts by Tiffany Woodcock
Books About Communication: Autism and Asperger Syndrome
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Read MoreWhat are some signs or symptoms of feeding and swallowing disorders in children?
Children with feeding and swallowing problems have a wide variety of symptoms. Not all signs and symptoms are present in every child. The following are signs and symptoms of feeding and swallowing problems in very young children: arching or stiffening of the body during feeding irritability or lack of alertness during feeding refusing food or…
Read MoreHow Does Your Child Hear and Talk?
Children begin developing communication skills as infants. Any speech or language problem is likely to have a significant effect on a child’s social and academic skills and behavior. The earlier a child’s speech and language problems are idenitfied and treated, the less likely it is that problems will persist or get worse. Early speech and…
Read MoreWhat is Language? What is Speech?
May is Better Hearing and Speech Month! Throughout the month, we will be posting about different aspects of speech and language. The first post of the month will discuss the difference between speech and language. Language is different from speech. Language is made up of socially shared rules that include the following: What words mean…
Read MoreParts of the Brain Affected by Autism
Source: http://www.autismradio.org/ For more information on autism and pediatric therapy, visit us at https://www.pediaspeech.com/ or call us at 770-209-9826!
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The Marcus Autism Center Educational Symposium, presented in conjunction with Autism Speaks – Georgia Chapter, will take place on Saturday, May 5, 8:30 a.m. – noon. This event is free and open to the public! Please make plans to attend and learn more about Autism Spectrum Disorders! For more information on speech and occupational therapy,…
Read MoreSuggestions for Supporting Language Development at Home
Pair words or sounds with familiar actions. For example, the word “pop” can be used when popping bubbles or “up” and “down” can be used while lifting your child in the air and putting him or her down. Mirror Play. You can use a mirror to make funny faces that require the movements of the…
Read MoreAutism Society: Improving Digestion
Here are some first steps The Autism Society suggests for improving digestion in individuals diagnosed with autism: How to Begin: Dietary Modifications to Improve Leaky Gut and Gut InflammationImproving digestion, reducing inflammation and healing the gut are important steps in overall health and healing. Behavior, language, eye contact and skin rashes are a few of…
Read MoreA Sensory Motor Approach to Feeding
By the age of two, the typically developing child has the ability to eat a wide variety of food textures and usually has been exposed to a variety of food tastes.Medical issues, delays or disorders in gross motor development, and sensory processing issues may contribute to feeding disorders. Children with sensory regulation problems may or…
Read MoreNew Decatur Location!
Our Decatur location is moving! In order to better serve the needs of our patients, we are moving to a new, nearby location. Our move will provide enhanced space for therapy, a more comfortable waiting room, and more conventient parking. We will be providing therapy out of our new location on April 16, 2012 Address:495…
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