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Rett Syndrome: Links to Disorders Beyond Autism Spectrum

January 1, 2008

Article, Autism, Rett Syndrome

All material Copyright© 2008-2010 Rett Syndrome Research Trust Reprinted with the express permission of Rett Syndrome Research Trust (RSRT) as originally published on their Website. Due to the varied constellation of symptoms that make up Rett Syndrome, it is becoming a model system…...

January 1, 2008

Language Development, SLP

Mabel L Rice, Ph.D., Child Language Doctoral Program/Center for Biobehavioral Neurosciences in Communication Disorders, University of Kansas Published online 06-25-08 in the Canadian Language & Literacy Research Network in their Encyclopedia of Language and Literacy Development Language acquisition is an important part of…...

Video: Selective Mutism by A Sufferer

January 1, 2008

Anxiety, OT, School Psych, Selective Mutism, SLP, Video

This is part of a “Pillow Book” I wrote for an English class last year. It’s about my struggles with Selective Mutism and the misunderstandings/misinterpretations surrounding it. Not exactly an in depth look into it all, but it’s something....

January 1, 2008

Down Syndrome, Early Intervention

By: Emily A Jones, Kathleen M Feeley and Catherine Blackburn This article can be found on Down Syndrome Online. Down Syndrome Online offers comprehensive information about Down syndrome, including articles, books and scientific papers. Infants with Down syndrome display characteristic deficits in early communicative…...

Worth Repeating: Stuttering Information

January 1, 2008

Article, SLP, Stuttering

[Source] ASHA Article Answers Questions of: What is stuttering? What are signs and symptoms of stuttering? How is stuttering diagnosed? What treatments are available for stuttering? What can I do to communicate better with people who stutter? What other organizations have information about…...

Rett Syndrome: Language Without Speech

January 1, 2008

Article, Language, Rett Syndrome, SLP

All material Copyright© 2008-2010 International Rett Syndrome Foundation This is a collection of 4 articles which are reprinted with the express permission of International Rett Syndrome Foundation (IRSF) as originally on their Website. Body Language In many respects, we share her handicap. We…...

Book: Successful /R/ Therapy

January 1, 2008

Articulation, Book, SLP

Excellent for student and professional SLPs. Facilitate correct R in the most difficult clients with this unique blend of oral-motor and traditional articulation therapy. Understand how the jaw, lips, and tongue work for correct R production. Understand the difference between the Consonantal…...

January 1, 2008

Article, Stuttering

Ask the Expert by Gary Rentschler, PhD, CCC-SLP This article was written for parents of stutterers. It would be an excellent choice to share with the parents of the students you treat. All material Copyright © 2008 The National Stuttering Association Reprinted with…...

January 1, 2008

14 May 2021, Anxiety, Book, News, Newsletter, School Psych, Stress, Tip or Resource

by Lori Lite Children will love to experience belly breathing with playful sea otters and a sea child. This effective, self-calming technique also known as diaphragmatic breathing can have a positive impact on your child s health. Proper breathing can lower stress…...

Scoliosis Guidelines for Rett Syndrome

January 1, 2008

Article, PT, Rett Syndrome, Scoliosis

All material Copyright© 2008-2010 International Rett Syndrome Foundation Reprinted with the express permission of International Rett Syndrome Foundation (IRSF) as originally published on their Website. NEW GUIDELINES A MODEL FOR BETTER MANAGEMENT OF RARE CONDITIONS 16 November, 2009 Families and clinicians caring for…...