25-30% of autistic children are minimally verbal or do not speak at all (although this is not a reflection of their intellectual ability).

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For their Dads, it is critical they seek out augmentative or alternative communication methods, such as speech therapy.

 

In my latest Autism Dadvocate podcast - “What Dads need to know about speech therapy for their autistic children”, I interview Lenora Edwards, Chief Knowledge Officer of Better Speech.

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We discuss the following:

• Why do (some) autistic children struggle with speech?

• What are some early indicators of potential speech delays?

• What initial steps should Dads take when they identify a speech delay with their children?

• What are some common speech therapies employed to help autistic children?