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10-Minute Speech Practice That Doesn't Require Sitting Still

If you searched for speech practice for toddlers, this page gives you the parent-level answer: what the concern usually means, what.

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Last updated 2026-07-10

TL;DR

Speech therapy for children treats delays in articulation, language, fluency, or social communication, delivered by a licensed speech-language pathologist (SLP). Kids can start as early as infancy through early intervention programs. Most children get 1-2 sessions per week, 30-60 minutes each. Research consistently shows earlier treatment produces better outcomes, and many kids make real gains within 6-12 months.

What is speech therapy for children, exactly?

Speech therapy is assessment and treatment by a licensed speech-language pathologist (SLP) to improve how a child understands and produces language. It covers far more than 'saying words correctly.' An SLP might work on articulation (producing sounds clearly), expressive language (putting words and sentences together), receptive language (understanding what others say), fluency (stuttering), voice quality, social communication, or feeding and swallowing.

The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) defines the scope of practice for SLPs and requires them to hold at minimum a master's degree plus a clinical fellowship before independent licensure [1]. That matters because plenty of people offer 'speech help' online, from credentialed SLPs to unlicensed coaches. For anything beyond general play-based language enrichment, you want a licensed SLP.

Sessions look different depending on a child's age and goals. With a toddler, therapy might look like play. A four-year-old working on /s/ blends (think 'snail', 'stop', 'snow') will do structured repetition with pictures and games. A nine-year-old who stutters might work on breathing patterns and self-monitoring. The method follows the child's profile, not a single script.

Children's speech therapy increasingly happens outside the clinic too: in schools, over telehealth, and at home through parent coaching. The setting matters less than the quality of the SLP and the consistency of practice.

How do I know if my child needs speech therapy?

Milestones are ranges, not fixed deadlines, and one data point rarely tells the whole story. That said, there are well-validated reference points. The American Academy of Pediatrics and ASHA both publish developmental speech and language milestones that pediatricians use at well-child visits [1][2].

Here are the major red flags by age, based on ASHA's published norms:

AgeConcern if child is NOT doing this
12 monthsBabbling, pointing, waving, using any intentional sound to communicate
18 monthsUsing at least 10 words; understanding simple instructions
24 monthsUsing at least 50 words; starting to combine two words ('more milk', 'daddy go')
36 monthsStrangers understand about 75% of speech; uses 3-4 word sentences
4 yearsStrangers understand nearly all speech; tells simple stories
5 yearsUses mostly grammatically correct sentences; can retell a short story in order

If your child is missing more than one of these markers, or if you have a persistent gut feeling something is off, ask your pediatrician for a referral. You don't need a diagnosis to request an evaluation. In the US, children under 3 qualify for free evaluations through IDEA Part C (the early intervention program), and children 3 and older can be evaluated through the public school system at no cost to the family [3].

A few things should trigger an urgent call, not a 'wait and see': complete loss of previously acquired language at any age, no babbling by 12 months, or no words at all by 16 months. Those aren't milestones to watch. They're signals to act on quickly.

What types of speech and language disorders do children's SLPs treat?

The range is broad. Most parents think of articulation disorders (difficulty producing specific sounds), and that is a large category. But children's SLPs also treat:

Language delays and disorders. A child might understand language well but struggle to express themselves (expressive delay), or have trouble understanding what's said to them (receptive delay), or both. These are among the most common reasons children get referred.

Stuttering. Developmental stuttering affects roughly 5-10% of all children at some point, with most recovering naturally; persistent stuttering affects about 1% of adults [4]. Early treatment in the preschool years has strong evidence, particularly the Lidcombe Program for young children who stutter.

Childhood apraxia of speech (CAS). A motor speech disorder where the brain has difficulty coordinating the movements for speech. Children with CAS often know what they want to say but can't get the words out consistently. It needs a specific treatment approach, not the same as articulation therapy. You can read more in our article on childhood apraxia of speech.

Phonological disorders. The child uses consistent error patterns across a sound class, rather than missing one sound. For example, deleting final consonants from all words ('ca' for 'cat', 'cu' for 'cup').

Social communication (pragmatic) disorders. Difficulty using language in social contexts: taking turns in conversation, reading facial expressions, understanding implied meaning. This is common in autistic children, though not exclusive to them. Our article on autism spectrum speech therapy goes deeper on this.

Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). Some children benefit from communication supports beyond speech: picture exchange, speech-generating devices, or apps. SLPs assess and implement AAC when verbal speech isn't enough. See our piece on aac devices for more.

Echolalia. Some children repeat words or phrases they've heard, either immediately or after a delay. This can be a functional communication strategy rather than a behavior to eliminate. Our echolalia article explains how SLPs approach it.

Voice and fluency disorders. Less common in children but real, including vocal nodules (often from chronic yelling) and various fluency conditions beyond stuttering.

Typical age range for key speech and language milestones Based on ASHA published developmental norms; ranges reflect normal variation across children First words (10-15 words) 12 50-word vocabulary + word combina… 24 75% intelligibility to strangers 36 Near-full intelligibility to stra… 48 S-blends mastered (sp, st, sl...) 60 Complex clusters mastered (str, s… 84 Source: American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), 2023

How much does children's speech therapy cost?

Cost is one of the most common questions, and the honest answer is: it varies a lot depending on where you live, whether you use insurance, and what setting your child gets services in.

Private-pay rates for outpatient speech therapy in the US generally run $100 to $350 per session as of 2024, with big regional variation (higher in metro areas, lower in rural regions) [5]. University training clinics, where supervised graduate students provide services, typically charge $20 to $75 per session and often have shorter waitlists for families willing to use them.

Insurance coverage is patchwork. The Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act doesn't directly apply to speech therapy, and commercial plans vary widely. Many states mandate coverage for autism-related services (ABA therapy specifically), but speech therapy mandates differ by state. Always verify your plan's specific speech therapy benefit, including any session limits or medical necessity requirements, before committing to a provider.

The two pathways that cost families nothing out of pocket:

1. IDEA Part C (ages 0-3). The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act requires states to provide free early intervention services to eligible infants and toddlers [3]. Eligibility is based on developmental delay or a condition likely to cause one. A child does not need a specific diagnosis.

2. IDEA Part B (ages 3-21). Once a child turns 3, the local school district is responsible for a free and appropriate public education (FAPE), which includes speech-language services if the child qualifies [3]. Services come as part of an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or, for children with milder needs, a 504 plan.

School-based SLPs focus specifically on how a speech or language disorder affects educational performance. If your child's goals are broader than that, private therapy on top of school services is sometimes worth the cost.

What actually happens during a speech therapy session?

A first appointment is almost always an evaluation, not treatment. The SLP takes a detailed history, observes your child, and administers standardized assessments. Common tools include the Preschool Language Scales (PLS-5), the Goldman-Fristoe Test of Articulation (GFTA-3), and the Clinical Evaluation of Language Fundamentals (CELF-5), depending on age and concern [6]. The evaluation usually takes 60 to 90 minutes and ends in a written report with recommendations.

Treatment sessions then run 30 to 60 minutes, typically weekly or twice weekly. What happens inside depends entirely on the child's goals. For a toddler working on first words, the SLP might get on the floor and narrate play while modeling target words, using a naturalistic approach like Hanen's 'It Takes Two to Talk' [7]. For a school-age child working on s blends (clusters like 'sl', 'sm', 'sn', 'sp', 'st', 'sw'), sessions involve structured drill: the child produces the target sound in words, then phrases, then sentences, then conversation, climbing the hierarchy as accuracy improves.

Parents are not usually passive observers. The best SLPs actively teach you what to do at home between sessions. Ten to fifteen minutes of home practice a day noticeably improves outcomes compared to therapy alone. Ask your SLP for a home program at the end of every session if they don't offer one.

Progress gets measured periodically against baseline data. A good SLP shows you accuracy rates over time rather than just saying things are 'going well.'

How long does speech therapy take to show results?

There's no universal answer, but research gives us useful benchmarks. A 2004 systematic review by Law and colleagues in the Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research found that children with expressive phonology (sound production) difficulties tended to respond to treatment within 4 to 6 months of regular intervention [8]. Children with broader language disorders often need longer.

Factors that predict faster progress:

Factors that slow things down: inconsistent attendance, frequent therapist changes, and starting after the most sensitive developmental windows have narrowed. That's why the 'wait and see' advice, while sometimes fine for very mild concerns in young children, can cost real ground when a child genuinely needs support.

For articulation goals specifically, children making typical progress often show measurable improvement (20-30 percentage points in accuracy) within 8-12 weeks of consistent treatment. Social communication and language goals generally take longer, sometimes years of intermittent support through the school years.

Discharge from therapy doesn't mean the child is 'cured.' It means goals are met and the child can hold onto progress independently. Some kids come back for targeted work at developmental transitions (starting kindergarten, middle school) even after years without services.

Can I do speech therapy at home, and does it actually work?

Parent-implemented therapy, done right, works. Several well-studied programs are built to be led by caregivers. The Hanen Centre's 'It Takes Two to Talk' program has a strong evidence base for parent-implemented language intervention in toddlers [7]. Milieu teaching strategies (embedding language targets into everyday routines) are widely recommended by ASHA for late talkers under 3 [1].

What doesn't work: YouTube videos of random articulation exercises, apps used without any clinical guidance, and generic 'talk to your child more' advice when the child has a specific disorder. The research supporting home-based approaches almost always involves trained parents following a structured protocol, often with SLP coaching.

The realistic middle ground for most families is a combination: one or two sessions per week with an SLP, plus 10-20 minutes of structured home practice daily using whatever the SLP prescribed. That model beats therapy alone for most conditions.

For families on waitlists or in areas without local SLPs, online speech therapy over telehealth is a real alternative. A 2020 systematic review in the International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders found telehealth speech therapy for children produced outcomes equivalent to in-person delivery for most goal areas [9]. The exception is very young children who need hands-on feeding therapy or certain motor speech assessments that require physical proximity.

If you want a structured daily tool to bridge between therapy sessions, the Little Words app offers an AI companion built to give neurodivergent kids consistent, low-pressure language practice. Take the quiz to see if it fits your child's goals. It's not a replacement for an SLP, but nothing fills a five-day gap between appointments like daily repetition.

What's the difference between a speech delay and a language disorder?

Parents hear both terms and often use them interchangeably. SLPs don't, and the distinction changes how a child gets treated.

A speech delay means a child's sound production or intelligibility is behind age expectations. A 4-year-old who still can't say /r/ or who consistently substitutes /w/ for /l/ has a speech delay.

A language delay means the child's vocabulary size, sentence length, or comprehension is behind, but the underlying system isn't disordered. Many late talkers (children slow to produce first words) are language delayed, and a good share catch up by age 4-5 without intervention. Research suggests roughly 50-70% of late talkers who show up at age 2 with expressive-only delays will resolve by school age, while the rest go on to have persistent language difficulties [10].

A language disorder is a persistent, structural difference in how the child processes or produces language that doesn't resolve on its own and affects daily functioning. Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) is now the preferred term for persistent language difficulties with no known cause. It affects roughly 7-8% of children and is lifelong, though it can be managed well with support [10].

Why the distinction matters: children with true DLD need ongoing therapeutic support and often school-based accommodations, not a 'wait and see' posture. An evaluation that separates delay from disorder helps families decide how much to invest in early intervention.

What should I look for in a children's speech-language pathologist?

Credentials first. In the US, a licensed SLP holds a master's degree or clinical doctorate, has completed a clinical fellowship year, and holds a state license. Many also carry the Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA (CCC-SLP), which adds continuing education requirements [1]. You can verify ASHA certification directly through their online directory.

Beyond credentials, you want someone who specializes in the age group and disorder type relevant to your child. A pediatric SLP who works mostly with toddlers may not be the best fit for a 10-year-old with stuttering. Ask directly: 'Do you have experience treating [your child's specific concern]? What approaches do you typically use?'

Red flags worth walking away from:

Good signs:

Waiting lists are real. In many parts of the US, families wait 2 to 6 months for an outpatient pediatric SLP appointment. While you wait, ask your pediatrician for an IDEA Part C or school-based evaluation referral. Those services run on separate timelines and can get your child started faster.

How do s blends work in speech therapy, and why are they so hard?

S blends are consonant clusters that start with the /s/ sound: sl, sm, sn, sp, st, sw, str, scr, spl. They're notoriously hard for children because the tongue has to produce /s/ and then immediately transition to another consonant, all in a fraction of a second. Many children simplify blends by dropping one consonant ('top' for 'stop', 'nail' for 'snail') or inserting a vowel between them ('sipoon' for 'spoon').

Cluster reduction (dropping one consonant from a blend) is developmentally normal up to about age 4. Most children fully master s-blends by age 5-7, with simpler blends (sp, st) usually acquired before more complex ones (str, scr, spl) [6].

In therapy, SLPs teach s blends through a systematic hierarchy: 1. Isolate each target sound before combining 2. Practice the blend in syllables (no meaning) 3. Move to words, then phrases, then sentences 4. Generalize to spontaneous conversation

For home practice, s blends activities slot easily into daily life. Reading books with repetitive s-blend words ('Snowy Day', 'Stellaluna'), playing 'I spy' with only s-blend objects, or narrating play ('Let's put the spoon in the cup!') gives a child meaningful repetitions without feeling like drill.

If a child is still simplifying s-blends consistently past age 6, or the error pattern is affecting classroom participation or peer interactions, bring it to an SLP rather than waiting longer.

How does speech therapy differ for autistic children?

Autistic children have many different communication profiles, from nonverbal to highly verbal with subtle pragmatic differences, and speech therapy goals vary just as much. The approach differs from classic articulation therapy in some important ways.

For autistic children who are minimally verbal or nonspeaking, the priority is often building any form of reliable communication first, which may mean AAC before or alongside spoken language. Research has conclusively shown that using AAC does not inhibit speech development and often supports it [11]. The idea that giving a child a device will make them 'stop trying to talk' is not supported by evidence.

For autistic children who do speak but have pragmatic difficulties (turn-taking, topic maintenance, understanding sarcasm or indirect language), therapy focuses on social communication. Approaches like PEERS (Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills) have a reasonable evidence base for older children and teens [2].

For autistic children who use echolalia, SLPs increasingly work with the echolalia rather than suppressing it. Delayed echolalia often serves communicative functions and can be shaped into more flexible language over time. Our echolalia meaning article goes into the clinical details.

One thing worth flagging: children with autism who also have childhood apraxia of speech need motor-based treatment approaches (like DTTC or the Nuffield Dyspraxia Programme) layered on top of their language and social communication work. A good SLP assesses for CAS specifically rather than assuming all speech difficulties are autism-related.

If your child has recently been identified as autistic and you're sorting out next steps, our autism spectrum speech therapy article covers the evidence base in more depth.

What questions should I ask before my child's first speech therapy appointment?

Walking into a first appointment without a list is a missed opportunity. The evaluation is long, and you'll be absorbing a lot. Write down your questions in advance.

Before the evaluation:

After the evaluation:

If you're in the school system specifically:

Don't leave without understanding what you should be doing between appointments. The research is clear that parent involvement amplifies outcomes. An SLP who doesn't have time to explain the home plan isn't serving your child as well as they could be.

Where can I get help if there's a long waitlist for speech therapy?

Waitlists of 3 to 6 months for pediatric outpatient speech therapy are common in the US, particularly for toddlers and children with autism. That's genuinely frustrating when you know earlier treatment matters. Here's what you can actually do while you wait.

Request an IDEA evaluation immediately. If your child is under 3, contact your state's early intervention program directly (your pediatrician can also refer). Once your referral is received, the state has 45 days to complete the evaluation under federal law [3]. If your child is 3 or older, contact your local school district's special education office. The school evaluation timeline is also regulated: typically 60 days from consent, though it varies by state.

Call university training clinics. Graduate students supervised by licensed SLPs often have shorter waitlists and much lower costs. Supervision quality is generally high because supervisors have to meet ASHA's clinical education standards.

Look into telehealth. Online speech therapy has expanded a lot since 2020, and as noted above, the outcomes data is good. It also opens access to specialists who aren't local. Check ASHA's online directory and filter by specialty.

Ask for a parent coaching session rather than waiting for child therapy. Some SLPs offer one or two sessions where they assess your child briefly, then spend the bulk of the time coaching you on strategies. You can put those to work immediately while the full therapy slot opens up.

Use structured language enrichment at home. Strategies like self-talk (narrating your own actions), parallel talk (narrating your child's actions), expanding (adding one word to whatever your child says), and recasting (modeling the correct form without correcting directly) are low-risk and supported by evidence for late talkers [7]. Our article on early intervention has specifics.

For daily supplemental practice, the Little Words app was built for exactly this gap. It gives neurodivergent kids a consistent language partner when a human SLP isn't available. Start with the quiz to see what fits.

Frequently asked questions

At what age should a child start speech therapy?

There's no minimum age. Under IDEA Part C, infants and toddlers as young as a few months old can qualify for early intervention if they have a developmental delay or a condition likely to cause one. In practice, many children start between 18 and 36 months when delays become clearly visible. The sooner treatment begins for a genuine delay, the better the outcomes research shows.

Is speech therapy covered by insurance for children?

It depends on your plan. Many commercial insurance plans cover speech therapy with a medical necessity determination, but session limits and copays vary widely. Children under 3 can get free services through IDEA Part C (early intervention). Children 3-21 may get school-based speech therapy free through an IEP if their disorder affects educational performance. Always call your insurer before your first appointment to confirm coverage.

How many speech therapy sessions per week does a child typically need?

Most children get one or two sessions per week in outpatient settings, each 30-60 minutes long. Children with more significant disorders, like childhood apraxia of speech, often benefit from higher frequency (3-5 sessions per week) especially early in treatment. School-based services are usually once a week in a small group, sometimes supplemented by individual pull-out sessions depending on the child's IEP.

What's the difference between a speech delay and a language disorder?

A speech delay means a child's sound production is behind age norms but may catch up. A language disorder (like Developmental Language Disorder) is a persistent structural difference in how the child processes or produces language that doesn't fully resolve on its own. About 7-8% of children have DLD. The distinction shapes how aggressively to treat and for how long, which is why a formal evaluation matters.

Can a child with autism benefit from speech therapy?

Yes, strongly. Speech therapy is one of the most evidence-supported interventions for autistic children across the communication spectrum. Goals range from building first words or implementing AAC for nonspeaking children to improving social communication and pragmatic skills in verbal children. Autistic children often need SLPs familiar with autism-specific approaches rather than generic articulation therapy.

What's the difference between school-based and private speech therapy?

School-based SLPs focus on goals that affect educational performance, which is required by IDEA. Services are free but limited in scope and frequency. Private therapy can target any goal the family and SLP agree on, runs at whatever frequency is clinically indicated, and offers more individualized time. Many families use both: school services for educational goals, private therapy for broader communication development.

Do kids outgrow speech delays without therapy?

Some do. Research suggests roughly 50-70% of children identified as expressive-only late talkers at age 2 catch up by school age without formal intervention. But that still leaves 30-50% who don't. The children most likely to resolve without treatment have expressive-only delays with strong comprehension, no family history of language difficulties, and strong play skills. An SLP evaluation can help estimate which group your child falls into.

What is childhood apraxia of speech and how is it treated?

Childhood apraxia of speech (CAS) is a motor speech disorder where the brain has difficulty planning and coordinating the movements needed for speech. Children with CAS often have highly inconsistent errors and respond poorly to standard articulation therapy. Treatment uses motor-based approaches (DTTC, Nuffield, ReST) delivered at high frequency. Our full article on childhood apraxia of speech covers diagnosis and treatment in detail.

How can parents support speech development at home?

Strategies with strong evidence include: narrating your own actions out loud (self-talk), narrating your child's actions (parallel talk), expanding what your child says by adding one word, and reading together daily. Skip pressure to 'say it right' and instead model the target naturally. For children already in therapy, following your SLP's home program is the single highest-impact thing you can do between sessions.

Is online speech therapy effective for children?

A 2020 systematic review found telehealth speech therapy produced outcomes equivalent to in-person treatment for most goal areas in children. It's a legitimate option, particularly for families in rural areas, those on long waitlists, or parents who find in-person scheduling hard. The main limitations are very young children requiring hands-on assessment and certain feeding therapy approaches that need physical proximity.

What are s blends and when should my child master them?

S blends are consonant clusters starting with /s/: sp, st, sl, sm, sn, sw, str, scr, spl. Dropping one consonant from a blend (saying 'top' for 'stop') is developmentally normal up to about age 4. Most children fully master s-blends by age 5-7, with simpler two-element blends acquired before complex three-element ones. Consistent errors past age 6 are worth discussing with an SLP.

How do I find a speech therapist for my child?

Start with ASHA's online directory at asha.org, which lets you filter by specialty, age group, and location. Your pediatrician can also refer you. For free services, contact your state's early intervention program (under age 3) or your school district's special education office (age 3 and up). University training clinics are another option with shorter waits and lower costs, and telehealth opens access to specialists nationwide.

What happens during a speech-language evaluation for a child?

An evaluation typically takes 60-90 minutes. The SLP takes a detailed developmental and medical history, observes your child in play or structured tasks, and administers standardized tests appropriate to the child's age (such as the PLS-5 for young children or the GFTA-3 for articulation). Results come in a written report with scores, interpretations, and recommendations. The evaluation itself is not treatment, though some SLPs offer both at the same practice.

Can a child have speech therapy and occupational therapy at the same time?

Yes, and for many neurodivergent children this is standard practice. Speech-language and occupational therapy often target overlapping areas like sensory processing's effect on feeding, or fine motor skills needed to use AAC devices. SLPs and OTs working with the same child should ideally coordinate goals. Ask your care team how they communicate with each other, especially in school-based settings where multiple therapists share a caseload.

Sources

  1. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), Speech-Language Pathology scope of practice: ASHA defines SLP scope of practice and requires minimum master's degree plus clinical fellowship; also publishes developmental speech and language milestones used clinically.
  2. American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), Developmental Surveillance and Screening Policy: AAP recommends developmental surveillance at every well-child visit and standardized developmental screening at 9, 18, and 30 months, informing speech and language milestone use.
  3. U.S. Department of Education, IDEA: Individuals with Disabilities Education Act: IDEA Part C requires free early intervention evaluations for children 0-3; Part B requires free and appropriate public education including speech services for children 3-21.
  4. National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), Stuttering fact sheet: Developmental stuttering affects roughly 5-10% of all children at some point; persistent stuttering affects about 1% of adults.
  5. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), Health Plan Coverage of Speech-Language Pathology Services: Private-pay outpatient speech therapy rates and insurance reimbursement variability across commercial plans.
  6. McLeod, S. & Crowe, K. (2018). Children's consonant acquisition in 27 languages: A cross-linguistic review. American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology, 27(4), 1546-1571.: Cross-linguistic data on consonant and consonant cluster acquisition ages, including s-blend mastery windows of approximately 5-7 years for most children.
  7. Hanen Centre, It Takes Two to Talk program: Hanen's parent-implemented language intervention has a documented evidence base for toddlers with language delays; milieu teaching strategies endorsed for late talkers under 3.
  8. Law, J., Garrett, Z., & Nye, C. (2004). The efficacy of treatment for children with developmental speech and language delay/disorder. Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 47(4), 924-943.: Children with expressive phonology difficulties tended to respond to treatment within 4-6 months of regular intervention.
  9. Sutherland, R. et al. (2020). A systematic review of telehealth in speech-language pathology for children. International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders, 55(5), 661-681.: Telehealth speech therapy for children produced outcomes equivalent to in-person delivery for most goal areas.
  10. Bishop, D.V.M. et al. (2017). Phase 2 of CATALISE: a multinational and multidisciplinary Delphi consensus study of problems with language development. PLOS ONE, 12(7).: Developmental Language Disorder affects approximately 7-8% of children and is a lifelong condition; roughly 50-70% of expressive-only late talkers at age 2 resolve by school age.
  11. Millar, D.C., Light, J.C., & Schlosser, R.W. (2006). The impact of augmentative and alternative communication intervention on the speech production of individuals with developmental disabilities: A research review. Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 49(2), 248-264.: AAC use does not inhibit speech development in children with developmental disabilities and often supports it.
  12. ASHA, Developmental Language Disorder evidence map: ASHA evidence map compiles peer-reviewed research on treatment approaches for developmental language disorder and related conditions.
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