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Unlocking Potential: Improving Expressive Skills in Children with Developmental Apraxia

Unlocking Potential: Improving Expressive Skills in Children with Developmental Apraxia

As practitioners dedicated to the progress and well-being of our students, it is essential to continuously refine our approaches and methodologies. One such area that demands our attention is developmental apraxia, a condition where children face significant challenges in articulation due to neurological impairments. The study titled "Syntactical Aspects of Developmental Apraxia" by Snyder, Marquardt, and Peterson offers valuable insights that can enhance our understanding and intervention strategies.

According to the research, children with developmental apraxia exhibit significantly better receptive language skills compared to their expressive skills. This finding underscores the importance of tailored interventions that focus on bridging this gap. Here are some actionable steps derived from the study's outcomes that you can implement to improve the expressive skills of children with developmental apraxia:

While these strategies can be highly effective, it is also crucial to stay informed and engaged with ongoing research. The field of speech therapy is ever-evolving, and new findings can provide fresh perspectives and techniques. I encourage you to delve deeper into the original research paper to gain a comprehensive understanding of the study and its implications.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Syntactical Aspects of Developmental Apraxia.

By staying informed and applying evidence-based strategies, we can make a significant impact on the expressive language skills of children with developmental apraxia, ultimately unlocking their full potential.


Citation: Snyder, D. R., Marquardt, T. P., & Peterson, H. A. (1977). Syntactical aspects of developmental apraxia. Human Communication, 2(3), 141-192. Retrieved from https://cjslpa.ca/files/1977_HumComm_Vol_02/No_03_141-192/Snyder_Marquardt_Peterson_HumComm_1977.pdf
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

Author's Note: Marnee Brick, TinyEYE President, and her team collaborate to create our blogs. They share their insights and expertise in the field of Speech-Language Pathology, Online Therapy Services and Academic Research.

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