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Making effective communication, a human right, accessible and achievable for all.

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ASHA
4 years
The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association categorically denounces the unacceptable comments about stuttering that have been made this week by broadcaster Tony Katz. Comments such as his must stop immediately for they come with a terrible price—hurt and disrespect for the
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4 years
Can anyone get enough of watching Amanda Gorman recite her magnificent poem yesterday? Congratulations, Amanda, and thank you for sharing your story and helping to raise awareness that the sky's the limit for people with communication disorders. #SLPeeps
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ASHA
4 years
ASHA has sent a letter to the program director at WIBC in Indianapolis demanding an apology from Tony Katz for his recent remarks about stuttering. #slpeeps #audpeeps
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ASHA
6 years
Speech-language pathology named one of he top 25 professions for 2019! #slpeeps #slp2b ❤️️
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ASHA
4 years
Happy #BHSM ! We know this year our annual month of awareness feels so different. We will be celebrating your herculean efforts to best serve your patients and clients during #COVID19 & providing public resources! #slpeeps #audpeeps #slp2b #aud2b @NSSLHA
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ASHA
5 years
Heading to the movies this holiday weekend? Pixar’s “Toy Story 4,” which debuted in theaters worldwide June 20, introduces a new character—a child with a green cochlear implant (CI). #slpeeps #audpeeps
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ASHA
5 years
For more information and resources, visit:
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2 years
See ASHA’s Statement On Brigham Young University Administration Decision To Deny Speech Services for Transgender Clients. #audpeeps #slpeeps
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ASHA
5 years
Many communication disorders can be reversed or prevented with early intervention. Don’t wait to see if a child “outgrows” it. Treatment usually takes less time, is less expensive and most effective early #bhsmchat
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ASHA
7 years
Happy #BHSM to all the #slpeeps and #audpeeps out there! You inspire us EVERY DAY! RT and pass it on!
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ASHA
6 years
ASHA calls upon the Trump Administration to ensure that recently-separated migrant families are reunited in a timely fashion. #slpeeps #audpeeps
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ASHA
4 years
#slpeeps ❤️
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Mary Jo Miller
4 years
@Pink @BBMAs Our nonverbal son with autism adores you, and this was the most magical night. I will never in my life forget this joy and our family being able to experience all this wonderfulness together. He was so excited he just had to hug his speech therapist (who came with us!)
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Scientists from the University of California have found a way to transform brain signals into spoken words and sentences, which could someday help people who have lost the ability to speak or gesture #slpeeps #slp2b
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ASHA
6 years
Good news! Speech-language pathologist was named one of the top 50 jobs in America by Glassdoor! The list was compiled by comparing job openings, salary and overall job satisfaction. #slpeeps #slp2b
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ASHA
6 years
Congratulations to the @silentchildfilm on their #Oscars win for Best Live Action Short Film last night. We loved the acceptance speech by @RachelShenton !
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ABC News
6 years
'The Silent Child' screenwriter and star Rachel Shenton signs her #Oscars acceptance speech for Best Live Action Short Film. "Millions of children all over the world live in silence."
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6 years
The top reason that children with communication disorders go undiagnosed is a lack of awareness of the signs! Learn more at ! #slpeeps #audpeeps #BHSM
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ASHA
3 years
Happy #BHSM ! The 2021 theme is “Building Connections.” It’s particularly relevant after a year that revealed the importance of human connection & challenged us all to find new ways to connect. ASHA thanks you! For more info, visit: #audpeeps #slpeeps
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ASHA
6 years
A Kindergarten class learned to sign the birthday song for their hard-of-hearing school custodian. Only watch this video if you want to feel happy and cry at the same time! #slpeeps #audpeeps #signlanguage
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ASHA
6 years
Team Yanny or Team Laurel? See what speech-language pathologists and audiologists have to say about this audio clip that has divided friends, family and coworkers all day long. #teamyanny #teamlaurel
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ASHA
3 years
U.S. News best jobs rankings 2022 ranks speech-language pathology as #10 of the 100 best jobs and #3 in best health care jobs. Audiology is ranked at #22 in best health care jobs!
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4 years
"I had a hard time creating this essay because I have been trained to be choosy about my words ... However, I want to be able to do my part in educating my fellow SLPs about what it means to be a person with Black skin who is navigating this profession."
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ASHA
7 years
More proof that parents need to talk to their babies! Babies learn the meanings of words long before they can say them #slpeeps #slp2b
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ASHA
6 years
Late talker or communication disorder? Many parents wonder if their child is just a late bloomer. Here's some information to help tell the difference #BHSMchat
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ASHA
6 years
Starbucks to open the first U.S. sign language store near @GallaudetU this year. #audpeeps #slpeeps
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ASHA
5 years
Parents know their child best! Don't let well-meaning friends and family members or even professionals brush off your concerns. Get an evaluation from a certified speech-language pathologist! #BHSMchat
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ASHA
4 years
“ASHA explicitly condemns systemic racism and oppression, and the violent acts that took the lives most recently of #AhmaudArbery , #BreonnaTaylor , and #GeorgeFloyd —and so many before them.” Updated statement: #blacklivesmatter #audpeeps #slpeeps
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ASHA
4 years
Why is the word "doll" more easily recalled than the word "street?" Researchers from the National Institutes of Health have found that our brains may use search engine strategies to remember words and memories of our past experiences. #slpeeps #audpeeps
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ASHA
4 years
Strong speech and language skills are key to kindergarten readiness and a precursor for reading, writing, and social success. Here are some tips for building preschoolers' speech and language skills during everyday activities at home! #BHSM #slpeeps
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ASHA
5 years
We're not wishing away summer but now we are so excited for fall! Target just announced that it will be carrying adaptive Halloween costumes, including sensory-friendly materials and costumes that include wheelchair covers! ❤️️🎃
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ASHA
7 years
Julia, a muppet with #autism , makes her TV debut April 10! #slpeeps #audpeeps
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ASHA
4 years
👏👏👏 @MissGATeenUSA ! "My hearing loss is not a disability, it's an ability ... I hate that these types of things have to be put with the word 'disability' because even though you may have it, it doesn't prevent you from doing things you want to do."
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ASHA
4 years
Mr. Katz calls for action. ASHA is contacting his home radio station WIBC Indianapolis to demand that Mr. Katz apologize on air. ASHA is also continuing to encourage anyone interested in knowing the facts about stuttering to consult and share the following factual resource.
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ASHA
7 years
No research supports vaccine and autism. No cure, but early intervention makes a difference #BHSMchat
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ASHA
6 years
New research suggests that piano lessons can help children develop better language processing skills #slpeeps
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ASHA
5 years
Well, of course! We knew it all along! ❤️️ #slpeeps
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ASHA Career Portal
5 years
Speech-Language Pathologist is the #8 Best Job according to U.S. News's 100 Best Jobs of 2020! #slpeeps #slp2b @ASHAWeb @ASHAleader
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ASHA
6 years
Parents: Don't just talk to your children; talk with them! #slpeeps
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ASHA
6 years
Do YOU know the signs of a language or communication disorder? Find them here: #slpeeps #audpeeps #BHSM
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ASHA
5 years
May is Better Hearing & Speech Month! Communication disorders are treatable! Seek help from a certified audiologist or speech-language pathologist if you are among the 1 in 4 parents that have concerns! #BHSM #slpeeps #audpeeps
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ASHA
6 years
Who is up for a field trip to the newly opened U.S. sign language Starbucks store in Washington, D.C.? ❤️ #slpeeps #audpeeps
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ASHA
3 years
Do masks delay speech and language development? While this is a natural concern, there is no evidence that they do. This @healthychildren article answers some common questions and provides tips to better communicate with children while wearing a face mask. #slpeeps #audpeeps
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HealthyChildren
3 years
Some families wonder whether continuous mask use by adults may negatively affect their child's speech and language development. Rest assured there is no evidence that mask use prevents or delays speech and language development.
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ASHA
7 years
Check out the #signlanguage aprons @Starbucks is making for its baristas who are #deaf ! #slpeeps #audpeeps
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ASHA
5 years
Just when you thought you watched this video enough, here are 10 conversation strategies that this dad completely nailed during his father-son chat. ❤️ #slpeeps #slp2b #audpeeps
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The ASHA Leader
5 years
For your weekend viewing pleasure, check out the 10 Conversation Strategies Highlighted in the Father-Son Viral Video: #slpeeps #devlangdis @ComedianDJPryor
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ASHA
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ASHA is excited to announce Vicki R. Deal-Williams, MA, CCC-SLP, FASAE, CAE, as the next ASHA CEO! View the ASHA press release at: #slpeeps #audpeeps
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ASHA
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We are saddened to hear of the passing of Sen. John Glenn. Thank you for your dedication and we send our love to Annie! #slpeeps #audpeeps
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ASHA
4 years
During #Dysphagiaawareness month, check out these 6 helpful roles loved ones can play in the support and recovery process for individuals with #dysphagia ! #slpeeps #slp2b
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5 years
You may not know all the ways that #SLPs help children in schools. As May is #BHSM , it's the perfect time to learn more about how these professionals help kids on the road to achieving academic and social success! #BHSM #slpeeps #slp2b
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ASHA
7 years
Anxious parents ask, "When will my child talk?" Check out this helpful analogy created by SLP Jasna Cowan that might help them understand all the parts that must be in place before a child can express their own words to communicate verbally #slpeeps
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ASHA
4 years
approximately 3 million Americans of all ages who stutter. People who stutter can and do lead full and accomplished lives. Stuttering is in no way indicative of cognitive decline or intellectual limitations. That they are wrongly subjected to odious treatment from the likes of
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ASHA
9 years
Low cost? How ’bout no-cost? ASHA is giving you 15 free CEU courses! http://t.co/SElnk4vPgM #ASHAFree15 http://t.co/AyS4gUOrRE
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ASHA
5 years
While its true some kids are late bloomers, it is hard for parent to tell if this is the case. An evaluation with an SLP can help determine if they will catch up or need treatment #bhsmchat
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ASHA
6 years
If a parent of a young child ever has concerns, please visit a certified #SLP or #audiologist for an evaluation! Pass it on! #BHSM #slpeeps #audpeeps #slp2b #aud2b
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ASHA
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ASHA is proud to announce a comprehensive update of our developmental milestones for children ages birth to five years, now available on ASHA’s website:
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ASHA
5 years
Only 23% of parents can recognize 75% or more of the signs of communication disorders. Click to learn the signs! Seek help from a certified audiologist or speech-language pathologist if you have concerns. #BHSM
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ASHA
7 years
Children who use handheld screens before they begin to talk may be at higher risk for #speechdelays . #slpeeps
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ASHA
6 years
Why the straw ban might not be so great for people with disabilities #slpeeps #audpeeps
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ASHA
7 years
Verbal working memory deficits of children w/ CIs arise due to signal degradation, which limits their abilities to acquire phonological awareness. That hinders their abilities to store items using a phonological code. #slpeeps #audpeeps
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ASHA
7 years
#Speechlanguagepathology made Kiplinger's list of the 10 best jobs in the future! #slpeeps #slp2b
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ASHA
6 years
In 1967, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., delivered a speech to students in Cleveland, Ohio, where he left them with this charge. These words apply to all ASHA members and the people they serve who keep moving forward and getting stronger every day! #slpeeps #audpeeps #slp2b #aud2b
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ASHA
2 years
March 3rd is World Hearing Day. Let’s spread the word about hearing protection and hearing loss prevention. Enjoy the activities, events, and hobbies you love—but do so safely! #safelistening #worldhearingday #hearingcare
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ASHA
5 years
"I think some people resist getting diagnosed… because of the stigma that comes along with it ... But the tools we've been given have made his life so much better and our marriage and our life so much more manageable." ❤️️ #slpeeps #audpeeps #autism
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ASHA
5 years
Many young children develop a #stutter as they learn to speak. For the majority of these children, the stutter will go away on its own. But for others, the right treatment with a speech-language pathologist can make a big difference. #slpeeps
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ASHA
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#speechlanguagepathology named as one of the top 10 jobs of the future by @Kiplinger #slpeeps #slp2b
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ASHA
4 years
You may have heard the news that singer Bill Withers, died this past week. What you may not have known is that Withers found his success despite having a #stutter . Rest in peace and thank you for your beautiful music. ❤️️ #slpeeps #audpeeps
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ASHA
2 years
Congratulations to Justice Jackson on her appointment to the Supreme Court. Daily, ASHA and its members strive to make effective communication, a human right, accessible and achievable for all. This appointment—and the inclusiveness it represents—can only foster further progress.
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ASHA
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By treating a communication disorder early, parents can set a child up for academic and social success! Learn the signs here: #BHSMchat
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ASHA
6 years
Is it time for your child to receive speech or language intervention? Here are 6 tips to advocate for the services your child may need now: #slpeeps
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ASHA
6 years
You're happy, #audpeeps & #slpeeps ! 92% of #Audiologists and SLPs Report Satisfaction With Their Careers:
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ASHA
4 years
Let's use this year’s #stutteringawarenessday (10/22) to promote understanding of stuttering & respect for people who stutter—& to combat misinformation & mistreatment that is all too common. For accurate, evidence-based, information on stuttering, visit .
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ASHA
6 years
3 ways #hearingloss affects school-age kids #BHSMchat
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ASHA
6 years
Get ready to swoon when you see this video of @TheRock having a morning conversation with this baby daughter #slpeeps ! Keep talking to your children! #babytalk #languagedevelopment
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ASHA
6 years
#Slpeeps in schools work every day to help ensure that all children can learn and participate in their classrooms. How do these professionals help? In more ways than you may know! Watch this video to learn more about their important role in schools! #BHSM
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ASHA
4 years
Millions of families are looking for ways to encourage speech and language with their children during this time of social distancing. Check out this list of 10 activities to share! #slpeeps #slp2b
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ASHA
5 years
Babies demonstrate budding language and communication skills from birth! Find out more here! #BHSMchat
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ASHA
6 years
Long before babies speak their first word, there are communication milestones they should meet. Learn them & seek help if you have concerns. #BHSMchat
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ASHA
6 years
What is really happening in kids' brains when we read them a story #slpeeps #slp2b #literacy
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ASHA
6 years
Stop and watch. So wonderful to see a sibling pitching in to help her brother learn language skills ❤️ #slpeeps #slp2b
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ASHA
4 years
It's been a wild three weeks, #slpeeps and #audpeeps . Find time to be kind to yourselves this weekend and stay safe. ❤️️
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ASHA
5 years
Parents know their child best. ALWAYS trust your instincts if you think something is wrong. #bhsmchat
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ASHA
4 years
Try sharing some or all of these suggestions via #telepractice w/ clients and their families to help children w/ #languagedisorders interact socially while maintaining safe physical distance: #slpeeps #COVID19 @ASHAleader
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ASHA
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We stand with those who oppose racially motivated violence. For more information visit . #slpeeps #audpeeps @NSSLHA
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ASHA
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SCOTUS rules 8-0 that students with disabilities must have a chance to make "appropriately ambitious" progress
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ASHA
5 years
Autism can be diagnosed between 18 and 24 months but often not diagnosed until age 4 or 5. #bhsmchat
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ASHA
4 years
Wearing a mask can take some getting used to, but it's important to stay healthy and stop the spread of #COVID19 . Here are 4 tips for helping kids who have hearing aids or cochlear implants wear masks more comfortably! RT! #slpeeps #audpeeps
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We see all of the #slpeeps and #audpeeps out there working so hard during the #COVID19 crisis. You all are amazing! Stay strong and find some time just for you this weekend. ❤️️
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ASHA
6 years
Under IDEA you need to know what your rights are. All children with disabilities are entitled to a free and public education #BHSMchat
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ASHA
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"Parents, as well as doctors and most professionals, know the motor milestones quite well, when babies should sit up, crawl, and walk. But most do not know the early social communication milestones" #slpeeps #slp2b #autism
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ASHA
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One mother works with her son to make #AAC work and grow with him #slpeeps #slp2b
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ASHA
5 years
Looking for products such as headphones with volume limiters is a great first step to protect your kids’ hearing. Be aware that many products exceed the recommended maximum volume of 75 decibels for kids. So take a listen yourself as well. #ASHAHolidayHearing
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