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Expert: - 10/21/2010


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Hello..
I am a master in speech language pathology. i have been handling cases mainly with ASD. Many of my cases present with Jargon utterances. I would be pleased if u could help me with some therapy techniques to shape the jargon into meaningful speech.  

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Hi Tejashvini

There is a huge difference between jargon and meaningful speech in an ASD person. A person with ASD who has vocalizations may not have meaningful speech. So you need to work on receptive language first and communication through alternative means. Then, to shape the vocalizations, use a motor planning approach like the Kaufman Praxis Treatment Program.

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Valerie Herskowitz

Expertise

I am an autism expert and speech pathologist (for over 30 years). I am also the parent of a child with autism. I can answer any question on autism dealing with communication, education, behavior and diet. I cannot answer questions that are medical in nature or are dealing with medications.

Experience

I have run a therapy center for individuals with autism since 1981. I lecture all over the country. I also teach classes on autism on line.

Organizations
Vice President of Communications Florida Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists Member American Speech and Hearing Association, MembernAutism Society of America, President of the National Autism Registry, Vice President of the Association for Developmentally Disabled Adults and Adolescents.

Publications
Autism Society of America's national publication (September 2008). Advance Magazine, South Florida Parenting, Spectrum Magazine, I am the author of: Autism and Computers: Maximizing Independence Through Technology (available:www.valerieherskowitz.com)

Education/Credentials
I have a masters degree in speech pathology

Awards and Honors
I won a Stevie Award in 2004: Lifetime Achievement Award for my work with individuals with autism. My therapy center won, Judge's Choice Award Best Center in South Florida by South Florida Parenting magazine 2005.

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