This type of therapy can help some people improve their spoken or verbal skills, such as:
- Correctly naming people and things
- Better explaining feelings and emotions
- Using words and sentences better
- Improving the rate and rhythm of speech
Speech-language therapy can also teach nonverbal communication skills, such as:
- Using hand signals or sign language
- Using picture symbols to communicate (Picture Exchange Communication System)
Speech-language therapy activities can also include ways to improve social skills and social behaviors. For example, a child might learn how to make eye contact or to stand at a comfortable distance from another person. These skills make it a little easier to interact with others.
BACK TO TOP