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Debbie's Blog

Using Visual Aids for Communication

Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 26th Jul 2011

Are there any tools, workbooks, etc., I can buy to help my mother who has problems with her speech?  She is in the moderate-severe stage of dementia. This problem began a few months ago.   … read more

Strengthening Mouth Muscles

Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 7th Jul 2011

My daughter's speech therapist suggested we have my daughter sip thick liquids (i.e. yogurt, chocolate pudding, etc.) through a straw to work on strengthening mouth muscles.  I have not been a … read more

Biting when happy + "R" problems

Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 6th Jul 2011

My daughter recently turned 2 and has developed a biting problem.  This is a new behavior, and so far she only bites when she's happy and playing with us.  It doesn't seem to be linked to … read more

Jaw Grading & Stability

Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 16th Jun 2011

Jaw grading is the ability to visually judge how far you need to open your mouth to take a bite out of certain foods and to say certain speech sounds. For example, say "ooooo" versus "aaahh" - can … read more