PURA syndrome is a rare genetic condition often linked with Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS). Many individuals are non-speaking, with expressive language severely affected, while understanding is often stronger. Early SLT & AAC support are key. #PURA #Rare speechapraxia.co.uk/about-sauk/f...

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Speech Delay vs. Apraxia A true speech delay = skills developing in the right order, just slower. Apraxia = big gap: child understands much more than they can say. 👉 Delay = receptive & expressive grow together. 👉 Apraxia = receptive strong speechapraxia.co.uk/about-sauk/f...

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Welcome to all our new community members! ✨ We’re proud to be a leading, non-commercial organisation supporting people with apraxia of speech (childhood, acquired & progressive). 🌍 Join us: www.speechapraxia.co.uk #Apraxia #SLT #SpeechApraxiaUK

Long-term study of #PPAOS shows it can start as the sole symptom of neurodegenerative disease. Over time: articulation errors, slowed syllable rates & speech variability emerge. Clinical ratings + acoustic measures prove key for diagnosis & monitoring. #SLT speechapraxia.co.uk/about-sauk/f...

Neuroplasticity = the brain’s ability to change and adapt. For children with speech apraxia, this means targeted therapy can help build new pathways for speech. Parents + SLPs: understanding neuroplasticity is key to unlocking communication potential.#speech speechapraxia.co.uk/about-sauk/f...

Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) affects speech planning, not intelligence. Kids with CAS may need extra communication support or AAC, but it’s not a learning disability. Awareness helps target the right support! #CAS #SpeechTherapy #AAC

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How you respond to your child’s communication shapes their confidence. Stay calm, focus on the message (not mistakes), and make space for their voice. Small changes = big impact. #SpeechTherapy #ParentTips

General oral motor excersises don't necessarily promote speech. We need to practice speech to do this.#childhoodapraxiaspeech

In speech apraxia therapy, acquisition is not sufficient-we need high repetitions for long term skill gains #speechapraxia #cas

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Worster-Drought Syndrome (WDS) is a rare cerebral palsy affecting feeding, swallowing & speech. It’s often confused with Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS), but WDS shows clear neuromotor weakness & bulbar involvement. #CAS #WDS #SLT speechapraxia.co.uk/about-sauk/f...

Differential diagnosis matters CAS isn’t the same as inconsistent phonological disorder. CAS often involves oromotor/feeding difficulties, reduced clarity & impacts on prosody, voice & fluency. Accurate diagnosis = targeted support for speech, #CAS speechapraxia.co.uk/about-sauk/f...

Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) is a rare motor speech disorder. Key signs: inconsistent errors, disrupted transitions, and atypical prosody. Early, accurate diagnosis is vital to guide therapy & support children’s communication #CAS #SpeechTherapy speechapraxia.co.uk/about-sauk/f...

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APD affects how the brain processes sounds. Speech Apraxia affects how the brain plans speech movements. When they overlap, communication can be extra challenging—but tailored support makes a big difference. #SpeechApraxia #APD speechapraxia.co.uk/about-sauk/f...

APD affects how the brain processes sounds. Speech Apraxia affects how the brain plans speech movements. When they overlap, communication can be extra challenging—but tailored support makes a big difference. #SpeechApraxia #APD

Speech apraxia isn’t just about “getting words out.” It can affect tone, volume & voicing. In tonal languages (e.g. Mandarin, Thai, Yoruba), loss of tone control can change word meaning—not just expression. 🎤 #ApraxiaAwareness #SLT

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Ectodermal dysplasias can affect teeth, ears & nerves. While speech apraxia isn’t a core feature, oral differences, hearing loss & rare neurological involvement may increase the risk of motor speech challenges. 💬 #SpeechTherapy #RareDisease speechapraxia.co.uk/about-sauk/f...

In CAS therapy, avoid segmenting It creates robotic speech Use simultaneous productions, multisensory cueing, chaining Focus on movement between sounds for natural, intelligible speech #Apraxia #SLP #MotorSpeech speechapraxia.co.uk/about-sauk/f...

CAS isn’t caused by parenting choices or life events. Main causes include: 🧬 Genetics (~1/3 of cases) 🧠 Neurological issues (stroke, epilepsy, rare) ❓ Idiopathic (no clear cause, most kids) speechapraxia.co.uk/about-sauk/f...

Why do people with #CAS often use “frozen forms”? 🧩 They’re words/phrases spoken fluently in one set way (like a rehearsed script) but hard to say elsewhere. . #VerbalDyspraxia speechapraxia.co.uk/about-sauk/f...

Children with #7q11.23 duplication often face motor, speech & social delays. The most common speech difficulty is #ChildhoodApraxiaOfSpeech. Early, consistent SLT & phonics-based reading approaches make a big difference in language & literacy outcomes speechapraxia.co.uk/about-sauk/f...

Did you know Homocystinuria can impact speech? Neurological and motor challenges may contribute to childhood apraxia of speech, making early SLT and metabolic support crucial. #Homocystinuria #SpeechApraxia #CAS #RareDisease #SLT #ChildDevelopment speechapraxia.co.uk/about-sauk/f...

Vowels matter in CAS! Distortions reduce intelligibility ✔️ Use jaw support & correct lip/tongue movement ✔️ Pair vowels with known consonants Practice targeted words systematically for clearer speech! #Apraxia #SLP #CAS speechapraxia.co.uk/about-sauk/f...

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Word repetition helps all children, but differently: Language delay → hearing words = comprehension & vocab #CAS → hearing isn’t enough; need movement practice + multisensory cues Repetition builds motor plans, not just meaning! #Apraxia speechapraxia.co.uk/about-sauk/f...

Research shows #NoonanSyndrome can affect speech + communication, with links to #ApraxiaOfSpeech & #Dysarthria. Early #SpeechTherapy assessment is key to boosting clarity, confidence & connection. #GeneticDisorders #SLT #CommunicationMatters speechapraxia.co.uk/about-sauk/f...

Quick note on Speech Apraxia UK, speechapraxia.co.uk. This organisation provides a range of free advice, support, information, and advocacy on speech apraxia. #speechapraxia #verbaldyspraxia #AOS #CAS

CAS + phonological disorder? Yes, they can co-occur. Balance therapy: motor (CAS) + linguistic (phonology) ✔️ Minimal pairs ✔️ Repetitions + meaningful words ✔️ Complexity approach (when right) No cookbook therapy—individualize every plan! #Apraxia #SLP speechapraxia.co.uk/about-sauk/f...

Beware of ‘miracle cures’ for apraxia unproven potions and promises can mislead families. Speech Apraxia UK urges evidence-based, motor-focused therapy grounded in research. Let’s champion real change, not empty claims. #SpeechApraxia #EvidenceBased” speechapraxia.co.uk/about-sauk/f...

Fragile X is the most common inherited cause of learning disability & autism and speech apraxia is often part of the picture. Disrupted brain connectivity affects speech planning, leading to expressive language challenges. #autism #cas #speech #FragileX #Apraxia speechapraxia.co.uk/about-sauk/f...

Chaining = step-by-step success in CAS therapy. 🔹 Forward chaining: fix initial sounds (“appy” → “happy”) 🔹 Backward chaining: fix final sounds (“oh-pun” → “open”) Also great for clusters (“lip” → “slip”). Powerful tool for accuracy + natural speech! #Apraxia #SLP speechapraxia.co.uk/about-sauk/f...