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Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) is a speech disorder that makes it hard for a child to say words and sentences correctly and smoothly. It’s because their brain has trouble coordinating the movements needed for speech, like moving the lips and tongue.
What are the symptoms of CAS?
Children with CAS may have difficulty starting a word, saying it correctly, or putting words together in a sentence. They might also repeat sounds or words and have trouble with rhythm and stress in speech.
How is CAS treated?
Treatment for CAS often involves speech therapy, where a child works with a speech-language pathologist to improve their speech and language skills. Other interventions, such as augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and assistive technology, may also be used to help children with CAS communicate effectively.
Is CAS a rare disorder?
CAS is not a rare disorder, but it is often underdiagnosed and misdiagnosed. It is estimated that 2-10% of children with speech delays have CAS, and early identification and intervention is important for the best outcome. Children with CAS may also have other speech and language disorders, so a comprehensive evaluation by a speech-language pathologist is recommended.
Can Childhood Apraxia of Speech be outgrown?
While some children may make significant progress with speech therapy and eventually overcome their speech difficulties, CAS is a lifelong condition for many individuals. Early intervention and consistent therapy can greatly improve communication skills and quality of life for children with CAS.
Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) is a speech condition affecting a child’s speaking ability. Children with CAS have trouble saying words and sentences correctly and smoothly, even though they have normal intelligence and motor skills. The brain has difficulty coordinating the movements needed for speech, like moving the lips and tongue, so it can be hard for them to say what they want. CAS is different from other speech disorders because it affects the planning and coordination of movements for speech, not just the sounds of speech. Children with CAS might have difficulty starting a word, saying it correctly, or putting words together in a sentence.
Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) is characterized by specific symptoms that affect a child’s ability to speak. Understanding these symptoms is crucial for parents seeking to identify and support their child with CAS. Here is a concise overview:
By recognizing these symptoms, parents can seek appropriate evaluation and intervention to help their child improve their speech skills.
This post was originally published on Feb. 1, 2023. It was updated on March 22, 2024.
