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BLOGS
6 Myths and facts about ADHD
Apr 02, 2020
They’re not the same: Different developmental disorders and unique special needs that arise from them
Mar 16, 2020
5 Ways to nurture Special Needs Siblings
Feb 07, 2020
Tips to build a strong bond with your autistic child
Feb 05, 2020
Jigsaw Puzzle benefits for Special needs kids
Feb 04, 2020
Tips to help dyslexic children learn sight words
Feb 03, 2020
How to help kids with autism deal with change?
Jan 14, 2020
How do visual aids help special needs kids?
Jan 13, 2020
Get a Desk Buddy to help your child on the desk
Jan 10, 2020
Ask a Therapist: The Child Refuses Tools
Jan 06, 2020
Ask A Therapist: Analyzing Jaw & Lip Movements
Jan 04, 2020
Ask A Therapist: Jaw Stability with Underbite
Jan 04, 2020
Ask a Therapist: Jaw Sliding
Jan 04, 2020
Ask A Therapist: Thickened Liquids & Straw Hierarchy
Jan 04, 2020
Ask A Therapist: Help with Breathing Issues
Jan 04, 2020
Ask A Therapist: Down Syndrome & Feeding
Jan 04, 2020
Ask A Therapist: Bubble Therapy
Jan 04, 2020
Ask A Therapist: Why Use the Term “Oral Placement Therapy” (OPT) over “Oral Motor Exercises”?
Jan 04, 2020
Ask a Therapist: SMILE Protocol for Severe Diagnoses
Jan 04, 2020
Ask a Therapist: Homemade Thickener Recipe
Jan 04, 2020
Yawning During Therapy
Jan 04, 2020
Production of the /r/ Sound
Jan 03, 2020
Hypersensitivity in the Mouth
Jan 03, 2020
ASSESSMENT AND TREATMENT OF THE JAW
Jan 03, 2020
TalkTools Workshop Schedule
Jan 03, 2020
USER FRIENDLY ORAL PLACEMENT THERAPY TOOLS
Jan 03, 2020
BETTER HEARING AND SPEECH MONTH
Jan 03, 2020
INFECTION CONTROL & PREVENTION IN A THERAPY SETTING
Jan 03, 2020
HORN #10 AND OTHER HORN HIERARCHY UPDATES
Jan 03, 2020
Continuing Education Courses (CE)
Jan 03, 2020
CSUN: INTERVIEW WITH RENEE ROY HILL
Jan 03, 2020
THE DSCBA MAKES A BIG IMPACT
Jan 03, 2020
Meet Our Team – Matthew
Jan 03, 2020
TALKTOOLS AT THE NDSC ANNUAL CONVENTION
Jan 03, 2020
2015 CHARGE SYNDROME CONFERENCE
Jan 03, 2020
OCTOBER 2015 LIVE WORKSHOP SCHEDULE
Jan 03, 2020
NOVEMBER 2015 LIVE WORKSHOP SCHEDULE
Jan 03, 2020
TALKTOOLS NEWS: ON-DEMAND EVALUATIONS NOW AVAILABLE
Jan 03, 2020
WHICH WORKSHOP WILL YOU TAKE IN 2016?
Jan 03, 2020
TALKTOOLS WORKSHOP HOSTS SPEAK UP
Jan 03, 2020
WIN A PRE-FEEDING KIT!
Jan 03, 2020
THE LATEST PRODUCTS IN FEEDING THERAPY
Jan 03, 2020
TALKTOOLS TEAM AT THE LOWCOUNTRY BUDDY WALK
Jan 03, 2020
THROAT SCOPE IS COMING TO TALKTOOLS!
Jan 03, 2020
INTRODUCING WEBINARS
Jan 03, 2020
WE’RE ON THE MOVE
Jan 03, 2020
2017 THERAPY MISSION TRIP TO ROATAN HONDURAS 1/2
Jan 03, 2020
2017 Therapy Mission Trip to Roatan Honduras 2/2
Jan 03, 2020
COMING TOGETHER FOR PUERTO RICO
Jan 03, 2020
3 WAYS TO LEARN ABOUT TOTS
Jan 03, 2020
OUR FIRST LIVE Q&A + “A WEEK IN THE LIFE”
Jan 03, 2020
A GLANCE AT THE PREMIERE OF OUR NEW TOTS WORKSHOP
Jan 03, 2020
WHAT’S NEW AT TALKTOOLS? 5 MUST-HAVES
Jan 02, 2020
Teaming up with Melanie Potock and Doctor Yum! 🍎🥦
Jan 02, 2020
7 New Ways to Stay Speech Savvy This Summer
Jan 02, 2020
TalkTools Summer School
Jan 02, 2020
TalkTools is Coming to the NDSC Annual Convention
Jan 02, 2020
ASHA Convention 2018 Booth #1032: What to Expect
Jan 02, 2020
Continuing Education BOGO Sale This Holiday Season
Jan 02, 2020
Can a Tongue be too Tied to Talk?
Jan 02, 2020
The SLP’s Role in TOTS
Jan 02, 2020
TalkTools® Goes Global: A Recipe For Success! PART 1
Jan 02, 2020
TalkTools® Goes Global: A Recipe For Success! PART 2
Dec 30, 2019
See you at ASHA!
Dec 30, 2019
Knightly’s First Word!
Dec 30, 2019
Baby T and Her Ties
Dec 30, 2019
Dashiell Wins the Award for Self-Advocacy
Dec 30, 2019
Success Story – Ozzie’s World
Dec 30, 2019
Success Story: Maddox
Dec 30, 2019
Ella Under the Spotlight
Dec 30, 2019
Success Story: Terrance & Vanessa
Dec 30, 2019
Success Story | Cora Rose
Dec 30, 2019
Success Story: Beth & Heather
Dec 30, 2019
Cerebral Palsy Treated with OPT in Norway
Dec 30, 2019
Grace Kauk’s Oral Placement Therapy Work in Bulgaria
Dec 30, 2019
Success Story: Diane
Dec 30, 2019
Success Story: Lily & Vanessa
Dec 30, 2019
Success Story: Colter & Vanessa
Dec 30, 2019
Success Story: Emma & Heather
Dec 30, 2019
Success Story: Kamdyn & Vanessa
Dec 30, 2019
Success Story: Noah Grows Up with Apraxia
Dec 30, 2019
Success Story: Anna & Heather
Dec 30, 2019
Success Story: Josh & Kelly
Dec 30, 2019
Success Story: Andrew & Vanessa
Dec 30, 2019
Inspiring Testimonials from ASHA 2015
Dec 30, 2019
Success Story: JT and Elissa
Dec 30, 2019
Success Story: Joaquin, Jessica & Kara
Dec 27, 2019
SPD, Dyspraxia and Trick-or-Treating
Dec 27, 2019
I BELIEVE IN YOU: ELIZABETH INTRODUCTION
Dec 27, 2019
2 YEARS OLD
Dec 27, 2019
ELIZABETH FINDS THE RIGHT FIT FOR HER
Dec 27, 2019
STEPPING OUT OF THE OASIS AND BACK INTO LIFE
Dec 27, 2019
Interning in Advocacy
Dec 27, 2019
A Mother Learns Many Lessons
Dec 27, 2019
Overcoming the Unexpected
Dec 27, 2019
Overcoming the Unexpected
Dec 27, 2019
Middle School Awaits
Dec 27, 2019
Learning to Behave in Public
Dec 27, 2019
How We Survive the Holiday Season
Dec 27, 2019
Socialization at School
Dec 27, 2019
4 Tips to Live with Sensory Processing Disorder
Dec 27, 2019
Elizabeth: Speech Goals
Dec 27, 2019
Elizabeth: Our Summer Speech Therapy Schedule
Dec 27, 2019
Back-to-School & IEP Tips
Dec 27, 2019
Some of the Best Presents Cannot Be Put in a Box
Dec 27, 2019
Time For A Mid-Year Evaluation
Dec 27, 2019
How Music Therapy Became our Next Best Step
Dec 27, 2019
Planning for Summer a Full Season Ahead
Dec 27, 2019
Elizabeth: The Terrible Two’s
Dec 27, 2019
Elizabeth: Mindfulness
Dec 27, 2019
Halloween Guide for Kids with Sensory Needs
Dec 27, 2019
5 Tips for “Conference”
Dec 27, 2019
How to Reflect on YOUR 2017 Meaningfully
Dec 27, 2019
Wrapping Up the First Year of College
Dec 27, 2019
Elizabeth: Graduating From High School!
Dec 27, 2019
How to Tend to Special Needs Child on Th
Dec 27, 2019
How to Reflect On Your Year Meaningfully
Dec 27, 2019
Parents… Remember to Forgive Yourself
Dec 27, 2019
Preparing Your Special Needs Child for Disney World
Dec 27, 2019
Your Child’s Anxiety
Dec 27, 2019
How to Have a Sensory-Friendly Thanksgiving Dinner
Dec 27, 2019
The Journey
Dec 27, 2019
Anxiety: Happens to the Best of Us
Dec 27, 2019
Gaining Independence
Dec 27, 2019
How to Manage Summer Fun with Therapy Sessions
Dec 27, 2019
Your Work As a Parent Matters
Dec 27, 2019
Advocating for my Daughter
Dec 27, 2019
Preparing for Halloween when your child has SPD
Dec 27, 2019
How to Prepare your Child for the Upcoming Holidays
Dec 27, 2019
Dear Santa
Dec 27, 2019
Introducing Anna
Dec 27, 2019
Anna’s Speech Progress and Setbacks
Dec 27, 2019
Anna’s Speech Progress and Setbacks
Dec 27, 2019
Anna’s Summer Fun
Dec 27, 2019
Back to Preschool we go!
Dec 27, 2019
A Blessing in Disguise
Dec 27, 2019
A Day in the Life With Anna
Dec 27, 2019
Halloween Festivities with Anna
Dec 27, 2019
Incorporating Therapy into Everyday Chores
Dec 27, 2019
Anna’s special visit with Santa
Dec 27, 2019
NEW ARTICLE BY LORI OVERLAND!
Dec 26, 2019
ARTICLE BY RISCA SOLOMON IN S&L WORLD MAGAZINE
Dec 26, 2019
ARTICLE BY RISCA SOLOMON IN S&L WORLD MAGAZINE
Dec 26, 2019
CHARGE SYNDROME WEBINAR
Dec 26, 2019
TALKTOOLS ARTICLES EN ESPAÑOL!
Dec 26, 2019
PROMOTING COMMUNICATION HEALTH OF AGING AMERICANS
Dec 26, 2019
ASHA POSTER 2012
Dec 26, 2019
APHASIA AND SLPS
Dec 26, 2019
WHAT IS APHASIA?
Dec 26, 2019
CLEFT AND CRANIOFACIAL AWARENESS
Dec 26, 2019
IN PRIVATE PRACTICE: NO MORE NO-SHOWS
Dec 26, 2019
“STEP AWAY FROM THE SIPPY CUP”
Dec 26, 2019
What Evidence- Based, Oral Sensory- Motor Treatments Are Effective For Speech Disorder?
Dec 26, 2019
Some Great Blog Posts On Pediatric Feeding
Dec 26, 2019
WHY EVERY SLP NEEDS TO UNDERSTAND DYSPHAGIA
Dec 26, 2019
Podcast: A Case for Oral Placement Therapy (OPT)
Dec 26, 2019
Oral Placement Therapy (OPT) vs. Non-Speech Oral Motor Exercises (NSOME): Understanding the Debate
Dec 26, 2019
AAPPSPA Position Statement – Oral-Motor Therapy
Dec 24, 2019
Self-Limited Diets in Children With an ASD Diagnosis
Dec 24, 2019
DIET-SHAPING FOR SELF-LIMITED DIETS IN CHILDREN WITH A DIAGNOSIS OF AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER
Dec 24, 2019
Brain Stem Stroke: A Case Study
Dec 24, 2019
#TBT: My Best Tips for Eliciting the K Sound
Dec 24, 2019
3 Presentations at NDSC 2017!
Dec 24, 2019
Deciphering Dysphagia
Dec 24, 2019
Dysphagia: Who. What. Why.
Dec 24, 2019
Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs) vs. Pediatric Feeding Disorders: What’s the Buzz About?
Dec 24, 2019
Facebook LIVE with Advanced Therapy of America
Dec 24, 2019
Facebook LIVE: Successful Outcomes of OPT
Dec 24, 2019
IAOM Convention 2018: OMD in Children with Down Syndrome, OPT for OMD & Feeding with Tongue Tie
Dec 24, 2019
ASHA 2018: Poster on Post-Frenectomy Care & Feeding Challenges by Lori Overland & Robyn Merkel-Walsh
Dec 24, 2019
Dysphagia Patients: Holiday Survival Tips
Dec 23, 2019
Letter to the Editor
Dec 23, 2019
Tips to help dyslexic students do well in classrooms
Dec 19, 2019
Benefits of Sensory Sleeves
Dec 18, 2019
Know more about Drama therapy for kids with autism
Dec 16, 2019
Autism Myths: Things which DO NOT cause Autism
Dec 13, 2019
Therapeutic ways to play with your Autistic Kids
Nov 28, 2019
Understanding Signs of ADHD in Girls
Nov 27, 2019
Tips to help your autistic child eat better
Oct 30, 2019
Ways to improve reading skills in Dyslexic children
Oct 28, 2019
Managing Behavior in Kids with Down Syndrome
Sep 21, 2019
How to spot the signs of Autism early on
Sep 20, 2019
Common ADHD/ADD Myths that you should know about
Sep 19, 2019
Raising a Dyslexic child: Things to remember
Aug 28, 2019
What you should know about Developmental Delay
Aug 26, 2019
Ways to improve reading skills in special needs kids
Aug 23, 2019
Behavior Rewards to Motivate Your Child with ADHD
Aug 22, 2019
Why kids with ADHD rush through school homework
Jul 29, 2019
Common Challenges for Children with Special Needs
Jul 25, 2019
Booster Activities for Kids with Down syndrome
Jul 24, 2019
Benefits of Sensory Play and Tactile Toys
Jul 23, 2019
Know More about Treatment for Asperger’s Syndrome
Jun 26, 2019
Benefits of Sensory Swings
Jun 24, 2019
Strategies for Success of Tactile Learners
May 28, 2019
Tips for Potty Training Children with Special Needs
May 27, 2019
How does Occupational Therapy help Cerebral Palsy?
May 24, 2019
Relationship between ADHD and Learning Disabilities
May 23, 2019
Helping Autistic People Manage Anxiety
May 21, 2019
Understanding ADHD diagnosis in classroom setting
Apr 29, 2019
Tools to help special needs kids do better in school
Apr 29, 2019
Caring for a child with Cerebral Palsy
Apr 24, 2019
How to choose the right Weighted Blanket
Mar 21, 2019
7 Reasons why theatre is good for special needs kids
Mar 01, 2019
Benefits of weighted blankets and vests
Feb 25, 2019
Know more about treating ADHD
Jan 16, 2019
Things to know about Cerebral Palsy
Jan 14, 2019
Benefits of Sensory Toys for Special needs kids
Jan 10, 2019
Benefits of Speech Therapy for Autism
Jan 09, 2019
Symptoms of Asperger Syndrome
Dec 07, 2018
Difference between ADHD and high energy kids
Dec 05, 2018
Autism facts that you can share with everyone
Dec 04, 2018
7 Autism Facts that everyone should know
Oct 29, 2018
How does exercise help improve ADHD symptoms?
Oct 29, 2018
Vaccination and Autism Myths Debunked
Sep 20, 2018
Tips to reduce School Anxiety in Special Needs Kids
Sep 17, 2018
tactile-sensitivity-what-is-it-and-ways-to-overcome
Sep 15, 2018
Benefits of Occupational Therapy for kids
Sep 12, 2018
Ways to ease anxiety in non-verbal kids with ASD
Aug 29, 2018
How to help kids with Sensory Processing Disorder
Aug 29, 2018
Best Sports activities for children with ADHD
Aug 29, 2018
Ways to help siblings of ADHD children
Jul 26, 2018
Tips to enjoy vacation with your Special Needs Child
Jul 26, 2018
Useful Teaching tools for Reading Disorder Dyslexia
Jul 26, 2018
Understanding sensory processing Issues
Jul 26, 2018
Tips for school based Occupational Therapists
Jul 26, 2018
Tips for getting your ADHD kid ready for school
Jul 26, 2018
Early signs of Autism Spectrum Disorder
Jul 26, 2018
Know more about Non-Verbal Autism
Jul 26, 2018
How to make fitness fun for special needs children
Jul 26, 2018
Early Symptoms of ADHD in children
Jul 26, 2018
Difference between ADHD and High-energy in Kids
Jul 26, 2018
Writing tools that could benefit special needs kids
Jul 26, 2018
Things you should never say to someone with ADHD
Jul 26, 2018
Challenges affecting those with severe Autism
Jul 26, 2018
Can children inherit ADHD from parents? Know more
Jul 26, 2018
Understanding the link between Genetics and Autism
Jul 26, 2018
Tips to help autistic children manage their emotions
Jul 26, 2018
Know more about ADHD and Sleep Problems
Jul 26, 2018
INSIDE THE MIND OF CHILDREN WITH AUTISM
Jul 21, 2018
What do special children expect from the parents
Jul 21, 2018
Downsyndrome, Risk and Its Treatment
Jul 21, 2018
Help Your Child to Fight Sensory Integration Issue
Jul 21, 2018
How music can play important role in Autism
Jul 21, 2018
Importance of Handwriting
Jul 21, 2018
How Autism id Diagnosed.
Jul 21, 2018
A special letter from a special mom
Jul 21, 2018
Toys for Special needs children
Jul 21, 2018
What is a Jaw Rehabilitation Program?
Jul 21, 2018
Learning Aids for Autistic Children
Jul 21, 2018
Life isn’t Hard if your Kid has ADD
Jul 21, 2018
Children with Special Needs: Safe Play Tips
Jul 21, 2018
Understanding a Child with ADHD
Jul 21, 2018
Managing Children with Behavioural Disabilities
Jul 21, 2018
Back-to-School Tips for Special Needs Children
Jul 21, 2018
Finding the Right Activity for your Child
Jul 21, 2018
Treat ADD at an early age
Jul 21, 2018
Don’t stress it, learning is a gradual process
Jul 21, 2018
Autism Awareness: It actually begins at home
Jul 21, 2018
Celebrities who Rose Higher with Autism
Jul 21, 2018
Are Pesticides A Key Driver Of The Autism Increase?
Jul 21, 2018
Stem Cell Therapy To Treat Autism?
Jul 21, 2018
Weirdest Things Linked To Autism
Jul 21, 2018
Financial planning for children with special needs
Jul 21, 2018
Few Simple but Effective Tips for your Sensory Child
Jul 21, 2018
Children with Special Needs: Tips to Improve Sleep
Jul 21, 2018
Things to consider while raising an autistic child
Jul 21, 2018
All about oral motor equipment for speech therapy
Jul 21, 2018
Things that you should know about stability products
Jul 21, 2018
Role of Communication in Handling Autistic Children
Jul 21, 2018
Life-changing Android apps for autistic kids
Jul 21, 2018
Get yourself familiar with auditory verbal therapy to develop your kids’ articulation skills
Jul 21, 2018
Tips for helping speech delayed children speak
Jul 21, 2018
Multi-sensory resources for children with dyslexia
Jul 21, 2018
Why should you decide on ARK’s Z-vibes?
Jul 21, 2018
How cups and kits can be useful for disabled people
Jul 21, 2018
Help your special kids by using drinking aids!!
Jul 21, 2018
To What Extent Spirometer Helps In Speech Therapy
Jul 21, 2018
LOLLIES WERE NEVER SO FUN BEFORE CHEW LOLLI!
Jul 21, 2018
MAKE YOUR CHILD TOUGH WITH CHEW STIXX-TOUGH BAR
Jul 21, 2018
HUG IT OUT WITH SENSORY HUGS
Jul 21, 2018
BRUSH ALL YOUR WORRIES AWAY WITH THERAPY BRUSH
Jul 21, 2018
What products can you use to improve the speech and communication skills of a special needs child?
Jul 21, 2018
Have fun when you drink-whistling straws
Jul 21, 2018
Chewy tubes- Safe tubes for healthier gums
Jul 21, 2018
Talk it out with tongue depressors
Jul 21, 2018
Theraputty- Gluten free material for a firm grip
Jul 21, 2018
SIPPING IS JOLLY WITH HONEY BEAR W/ FLEX STRAW
Jul 21, 2018
Sensory Massage Bags: All Around Sensory Development
Jul 21, 2018
Exercise Bands: Living Life the Healthy Way
Jul 21, 2018
Raised Alphabets: Because Learning Can Be Fun
Jul 21, 2018
TAKE A TUBE RIDE WITH CHEWY TUBES!
Jul 21, 2018
MAKE YOUR CHILD ROAR WITH TACTILE TIGER ARM BAND
Jul 21, 2018
The benefits of music therapy for an autistic kid!
Jul 21, 2018
5 Ways Vibrating Cushions Make Parenting Easier
Jul 21, 2018
Integrating Your Special Needs Children Into Society
Jul 21, 2018
Keeping Fit The Special Needs Children
Jul 21, 2018
Make 'em talk: A walk through the communication-enhancing toys for special needs children
Jul 21, 2018
Reading their minds: The specifically designed handwriting aids for special needs children
Jul 21, 2018
All You Need To Know About Whisper Phones
Jul 21, 2018
Fighting dyslexia with nursery rhymes and music
Jul 21, 2018
Signs of depression in your special needs child
Jul 21, 2018
Strategies to help children with ADHD and Autism
Jul 21, 2018
Simple aids for complex childhood problems
Jul 21, 2018
5 Strategies for flying with an Autistic Child
Jul 21, 2018
Tips for tutoring ADHD Children
Jul 21, 2018
A child who has Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may find it difficult to concentrate while studying or doing homework. This can affect the child’s grades and lead to low self-esteem. Those who work with educating children with ADHD can help them be successful in school, by trying out some of these handy tips:
How can sports help special needs children?
Jul 21, 2018
Is Yoga good for your special needs child?
Jul 21, 2018
Theraputty Firm Resistance for strengthening grasp
Jul 21, 2018
Make Exercising For Children Easier
Jul 21, 2018
Give your special child the life he/she deserves
Jul 21, 2018
Special Needs children: The Joys of Growing Up
Jul 21, 2018
Get A Grip On Chilsd's Education With Solo Grip
Jul 21, 2018
Aids To Solve The Child Speech Problem
Jul 21, 2018
How To Make Your Child’s Everyday Easy
Jul 21, 2018
Troubled Childhood – Not Anymore
Jul 21, 2018
Special tools for the special child!
Jul 21, 2018
Give your kid just what they need!
Jul 21, 2018
Fight with your child’s speech problem
Jul 21, 2018
Tools for ADHD and Cerebral Palsy affected
Jul 21, 2018