Autism
“Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and autism are both general terms for a group of complex disorders of brain development. These disorders are characterized, in varying degrees, by difficulties in social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviors. They include autistic disorder, Rett syndrome, childhood disintegrative disorder, pervasive developmental disorder-not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS) and Asperger syndrome. ASD can be associated with intellectual disability, difficulties in motor coordination and attention and physical health issues such as sleep and gastrointestinal disturbances. Some persons with ASD excel in visual skills, music, math and art.” from Autism Speaks Canada .
At the Speech Clinic, our speech-language pathologists can help clients and their families to develop speech-language and social communication skills using a variety of techniques. We have staff who are Hannen and PROMPT trained, as well as therapists who have extensive work in AAC for clients who are unable to speak.