At The School for Adaptive & Integrative Learning at Ferncliff Manor in Ardsley, we understand that it can be difficult to determine if your child needs speech therapy. Speech therapy is almost always recommended for autistic children as many have difficulty with social communication. Even if a child is very verbal, they may need to work on communication skills such as responding to questions, starting or ending conversations, changing conversation topics, and understanding other people’s body language. Speech therapy is an important part of early intervention for autistic children and is a great place to start for children who have recently been diagnosed. As language development is a critical period in the brain, it is important to learn language and communication skills as soon as possible if there are any delays in that area. Your child will learn how to effectively communicate, which will help them become more confident and independent. If a child struggles with speaking–they are very quiet, say only a few words, or don’t speak at all–it may be time to consider speech therapy. At The School for Adaptive & Integrative Learning at Ferncliff Manor in Ardsley, we are here to provide you with the information and support you need to make the best decision for your child. Check out our complete guide to speech therapy to learn more.
