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Part I: Speech Characteristics of the Disorder
1The University of Iowa, Iowa City.
This resource provides parents with information about developmental apraxia of speech (DAS), a disorder affecting speech production. It covers the nature, causes, associated issues, and characteristics of DAS to aid understanding and management.
Area of Science:
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Childhood Developmental Disorders
Background:
- Speech-language pathologists require accessible resources on developmental apraxia of speech (DAS) for parents.
- A need exists for clear, parent-friendly information regarding DAS.
Purpose of the Study:
- To create a series of letters for parents of children with DAS.
- To provide initial information on the characteristics of DAS.
Main Methods:
- Development of informational letters for parents.
- Inclusion of an appendix with relevant publications for parents and professionals.
Main Results:
- The initial letter details the characteristics of developmental apraxia of speech.
- An appendix of supplementary reading materials is provided.
Conclusions:
- This series aims to bridge the information gap for parents of children with DAS.
- The resources support both parents and speech-language pathologists in understanding and addressing DAS.
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