APD Behavioral Management

APD, Assistive Listening Devices, Clear and Simple Instructions, Learning Challenge Types, Occupational Therapy (OT), Positive Communications, Positive Reinforcement, Rehabilitation Therapy, Scheduled Breaks, Self-Advocacy, Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), Structured Routines

Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) can make it challenging for children to process and interpret auditory information, leading to difficulties in communication, following directions, and maintaining focus. Behavioral management strategies can help children with APD...

Aphasia and the Public School System

Aphasia, Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), Extra Time, Learning Challenge Types, Simplified Instructions| Step-by-Step Instructions, Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), Visual Aids | Visual Tools

Dysphasia and aphasia are terms often used to describe language disorders, though “aphasia” is more commonly used in modern terminology. Both conditions involve difficulties with language processing, including speaking, understanding, reading, or writing,...

Dyspraxia and the Public School System

Clear and Simple Instructions, Dyspraxia, Extra Time, Graphic Organizers, Learning Challenge Types, Occupational Therapy (OT), Self-Advocacy, Simplified Instructions| Step-by-Step Instructions, Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), Speech-to-Text, Visual Aids | Visual Tools

Dyspraxia, also known as Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), can present challenges in the public school system due to its impact on motor coordination, fine and gross motor skills, and sometimes executive functioning. Students with dyspraxia may struggle with...

Managing and Treating MRELD

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), Learning Challenge Types, MRELD, Occupational Therapy (OT), Positive Reinforcement, Scheduled Breaks, Simplified Instructions| Step-by-Step Instructions, Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), Visual Aids | Visual Tools

Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder (MRELD) affects both understanding (receptive language) and speaking (expressive language). Managing and treating MRELD typically involves a combination of speech therapy, tailored educational strategies, and supportive...