Communication |
Communication is a very important key part of life.
We communicate to allow ourselves be understood, to support our needs, to ask for directions, to describe or to even share a memory with someone we care about. It is possible to communicate in a variety of ways as tools and devices become more accessible for modifications to how we communicate. Some sign, some write, some use a tool.
Communication is NOT Acquired Language nor Speech, but how and what we do to achieve understanding. It also supports social interactions.
In every communication, there is also non-verbal communication and verbal communication. Non-verbal communication is almost 80% of all our daily interactions, while 20% is verbal. That is because we communicate with our body gestures and postures, facial expressions, tonality and sounds. Some individuals do experience NVLD (non-verbal learning difficulty), which makes it hard to communicate or interact as effectively.
Below are some of the challenges that can occur.
Communication is NOT Acquired Language nor Speech, but how and what we do to achieve understanding. It also supports social interactions.
In every communication, there is also non-verbal communication and verbal communication. Non-verbal communication is almost 80% of all our daily interactions, while 20% is verbal. That is because we communicate with our body gestures and postures, facial expressions, tonality and sounds. Some individuals do experience NVLD (non-verbal learning difficulty), which makes it hard to communicate or interact as effectively.
Below are some of the challenges that can occur.
ASD: Is Speech the Most Important Focus?
Speech is just making the words out. Speech Difficulties like Apraxia is affected most because there are challenges using the throat muscles and parts to create the intended sound. So A speech therapist can devise methods to help the individual sound the word. A speech therapist (depending on their acquired certifications) can also guide a child how to communicate technically. The trouble with this, is the non-verbal understanding that might still affect the learner from inferring. You might feel it, especially when the situation changes, when its not exactly the same, or gets complicated. Thus guiding a child's non-verbal communication is a key important plan parents and educators should definitely look into as well.
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HOW TO DEVELOP NON-VERBAL COMMUNICATION?
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PROGRAMS / MODALITIES / TOOLS
that support learning how to communicate.
HANEN1. Hanen Program - MORE THAN WORDS designed specifically for parents of children ages 5 and under 2. Hanen Program - "I'm Ready" Building Early Literacy Hanez Program - Stress, Show, Tell, Relate, Say (Shoot for the SSTaRS) SIGN LANGUAGE1. SIGN LANGUAGE FOR ASD INDIVIDUALS
AAC1. Augmentative communication : AAC
3. LIST OF AAC Apps can be quite hard to compile as every year the devices and apps constantly change. I shall just list a few that seems to keep it updated more often. - iPhone/iPad Apps for AAC - Android Apps for AAC |
RPM1. HALO-SOMA - RAPID PROMPTING METHOD Helpful for individuals affected by SPD, focuses on competence, and unprejudiced understanding. 2. ASAN Letter to ASHA On The Right To Communicate PECSThere are a total of 6 phases of learning. In the first phase, it is crucial for 2 persons to be guiding the child.
3. Some Limitations of PECS The suitability as well as pre-requisite skills the individual needs will determine how well PECs can be used in the family. There are some limitations. Individuals who cannot discriminate visuals, or associate or match (may not be able to use the pictures well). It can affect the number of choices that can confuse them further. Always begin with 1 or 2 choices, it is not "the more the merrier". Limitations can also be present in individuals who has motor output conflicts. The body may not follow exactly what their mind is thinking about. Lastly, not every abstract word can be represented directly with a visual. It may not be accurate to present a word such as "thinking" (in visual). |
1. Why does a child keep repeating asking questions? How can we help?
This is a very detailed explanation. However if you find it difficult to understand, you might want to process each Point Form slowly. Eg. One point form a day. Reading too fast sometimes may miss the true understanding. You might be surprised sometimes "talking out loud" is a way of affirming something. So don't rush, please take time to go into their shoes.
2. What is echolalia?
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The most common reason would be the lack of language development. When we give the individual more vocabulary and langauge, the echolalia will definitely reduced as more acquired language is being used.
Please listen to the video to know the myths or stigmatised views. |
3. Top 5 Myths About Sign Language and Autism Spectrum Disorder
Sign Language is also communication. IN FACT, it teaches more non-verbal communication than you think. A person who cannot hear, uses the other parts of social cues to understand an intention as well.