Speech Therapy for Autism

Speech-language therapy is recommended for almost everyone diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. This makes sense because most children with autism have impaired communication that requires assistance. Even those with high-functioning autism can benefit from speech-language therapy.

What is Speech-language Therapy?

Speech Therapy Treatment of speech and communication disorders; thus, it is a broad field. Speech therapy may assist children with stuttering or lisps in accurately pronouncing words. Speech therapy also helps children with developmental disabilities in understanding and using spoken language in a social environment.

A certified speech-language pathologist (SLP) is a communication specialist who must have a master’s degree. That professional may work in a private setting, a clinic, a school, or an institution, or as part of an educational team. They employ various tools and therapies, including toys and play-like treatment, as well as formal tests and speech curriculum.