A diagnosis can be a very difficult thing for parents to accept, particularly if their understanding of a disorder is influenced by media. The media has certainly picked up on Autism Spectrum Disorder in the last decade or so, and there are almost limitless books and films depicting people with autism. ASD has also received a much higher profile in the community, as well as attracting specific funding.
Meet Christine Bosch the owner of Ocean West Autism Diagnostic and Speech Pathology Services in Ocean Reef.
Christine studied an honours degree in Speech Pathology and Audiology at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa. She completed an additional online masters in Dysphagia through Flinders University, Adelaide, in 2010.
Meet Simone Dempster the owner of Splice Therapy based in Darlington.
Dyspraxia occurs when the brain is not able to adequately plan actions. In adults, this can be acquired as a result of a stroke (CVA) or disease or brain lesion of some kind. The severity can range from mild to severe, and so the symptoms will vary accordingly.
Children who have been stuttering for longer than 3 years are less likely to grow out of stuttering. For these children it is important they have the techniques to manage their stuttering and minimise any anxiety it may cause.