What is Childhood Apraxia of Speech?
Childhood Apraxia of Speech is a motor speech disorder in which the brain has difficulty planning and coordinating the movements needed for speech. Children know what they want to say but struggle to produce sounds and words accurately and consistently.
Signs & Symptoms
- Limited speech output
• Inconsistent speech errors
• Difficulty imitating sounds and words
• Vowel distortions
• Speech difficult to understand
Causes & Risk Factors
- Neurological differences affecting speech planning
• Genetic factors
• Family history of communication disorders
• Unknown causes in many cases
Treatment & Intervention
- Motor-based Speech Therapy
• Repetitive speech practice
• Visual and tactile cueing strategies
• AAC when speech is severely limited
• Home practice programs
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