What can I expect if I have a child with childhood apraxia of speech?

What can I expect if I have a child with childhood apraxia of speech?

As your child grows, they may miss language development milestones, like saying their first words and using short sentences to express themselves. Developmental delays could prevent your child from learning in the classroom at the same level as their peers.

Children who have CAS do not outgrow the condition and there is no cure. Early treatment alleviates frustration that your child may show if they want to say something but are unable to communicate that message.

Your healthcare provider can make recommendations for treatment after a diagnosis and refer your child to a speech-language pathologist who will address your child’s unique symptoms to improve their speech.