Understanding Echolalia: What It Is, Why It Happens, and How Speech Pathologists Can Help
Echolalia is a common and meaningful part of language development in many children, particularly those who are autistic or neurodivergent. Understanding its function and supporting children in ways that are respectful, evidence-informed, and family-centred can help promote strong, functional communication.
What is Gestalt Language Processing?
Language acquisition is how children learn and use new words. There are two main types: analytic and gestalt. Analytic language processing starts with single words and builds up to phrases and sentences, whereas gestalt tends to do the opposite. If you’re wondering why your child’s language is delayed or not following the typical norms, gestalt language processing may well be the reason why.
Autism and Gestalt Language Processing: Understanding How Autistic Children See the Big Picture
In the world of language, everyone has their own way of putting words together like pieces of a puzzle. For some kids, especially those with autism, they have a special way of processing language called "Gestalt language processing." Let's dive into what this means and how it's often like a superpower for many autistic children.