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Alphabet of Idioms

Idioms are phrases or expressions where the meaning isn't literal but figurative and can be understood by fluent speakers because they're culturally common, like "raining cats and dogs" (raining hard) or "piece of cake" (very easy). Idioms vary based on age, culture and nationality. Idioms are a great way to practice figurative versus literal language. Check out the Alphabet of idioms below!

Alphabet of Idioms

Categories for Executive Functioning

Executive Functioning is the brain's management system. The system is a set of mental skills like planning, working memory, and flexible thinking that helps you set goals, focus, solve problems, manage emotions, and get things done in daily life. These skills, controlled by the frontal lobe, allow you to organize, prioritize, and adapt but can be impaired for various reasons. categories is a great way to practice executive functioning skills. Check out the handout below!

Articulation Handouts

To practice articulation outside of direct therapy, it's the consistency thats counts. Incorporating fun activities like tongue twisters, practice words and reading aloud with exaggerated mouth movements can help. Below you will find handouts on different sounds such as /s/, /th/ and /s/ blends for FREE!

Teenage Boys and the impact of COVID 19 on Social Skills Development

Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Social Skills and Development in Teenage Boys The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound effect on various aspects of life, particularly on the social skills and development of teenage boys. Here are some key areas of impact: 1. Disruption of Social Interactions School Closures: The shift to online learning limited face-to-face interactions, reducing opportunities for socialization. Reduced Extracurricular Activities: Many sports, clubs, and othe

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Oct 26, 20252 min read

Research Article Review: Updating and Refining Prevalence Rates of Traumatic Brain Injury - Related Communication Disorders Among Post 9/11 veterans: A Chronic Effects of NeuroTrauma Consortium Study

Understanding Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a significant public health issue that can result from various incidents, including falls, vehicle accidents, sports injuries, and violence and especially Veterans in war. TBI can lead to a range of physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges. The results of this article show that for 9/11 Veterans who experienced a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), experienced cognitive communication disorder the most,

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Dec 30, 20252 min read

Impact of COVID 19 on Preschool behavior and speech

The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted preschool children, leading to increased delays in speech and language and a greater prevalence of behavioral issues. Limited social interaction, mask-wearing, increased screen time, and heightened parental stress are identified as key factors contributing to these challenges. Speech and language Research consistently shows pandemic-related delays in communication development among preschool children. Reduced social interaction:

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Oct 27, 20252 min read