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Attention SLPs: Assessment Considerations in Bilingual Aphasics
When assessing a bilingual aphasic, it is important to consider language assessment in both languages. Bilinguals with aphasia do not always have the same degree of severity in both languages...
How does a speaker of another language learn English?
According to Smyk et al (2013), there are five distinct stages of second language acquisition. The first stage is called the “silent/observer” stage, the second is “a few words or..
Why isn’t my child eating?
Are you concerned about the number of foods your child eats? Are mealtimes a struggle? Are you worried that your child is not receiving adequate nutrition? The following information is..
Should I raise my baby bilingual, and if so, why?
Some parents may be apprehensive when deciding what language(s) they should speak in to their infant. Are you concerned that more than one language could overload your baby? Are you..
Closed Head Injury
There are many children, unfortunately, who suffer from TBI or Traumatic Brain Injury. Falls are the most common cause of TBI. 28% of TBIs are due to falls Children and..