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Speaking of Apraxia: A Parent's Guide to Chldhood Apraxia of Speech Paperback – March 28, 2012

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At last, a parents' guide to understanding, treating, and living with childhood apraxia of speech (CAS). Written in an empathic style by a parent who "has been there", Speaking of Apraxia offers hope and practical advice for parents of toddlers to teens with this neurologically-based motor speech disorder. Characterized by difficulties with planning and producing the complex set of movements necessary for intelligible speech, CAS can be a child's only diagnosis or can be accompanied by other special needs such as learning disabilities, Down syndrome, or autism. Parents and professionals will appreciate the author's clear explanations of everything from diagnosing CAS and working with speech-language pathologists (SLPs), to understanding how to distinguish it from other speech disorders, and getting appropriate early intervention and special education support.

Drawing on the latest research, professionals' insights, her own and other parents' experience, the author covers these important topics:

I: The Straight Scoop on Speech Basics--CAS definition; An Overview of Speech & Language; Where to Get Help and What to Ask; Your First Appointment with an SLP

II: Now What?!--Getting, Coping with and Understanding the Diagnosis; Health & Genetics; All about Speech Therapy

III: Helping Your Child--Complementary and Alternative Medical and Treatment Approaches (Diet, Music, Movement Therapy and More)

IV: Off to School--Getting Ready; Special Education Ins & Outs; Phonological Awareness; Reading Issues

V: Coping & Hoping--Dealing with Emotions and Family Life; What the Future May Hold; Networking, Support Groups, and Advocacy

Appendices: Information on insurance, summer camps and enrichment programs, speech-language milestones, and a glossary of terms

Speaking of Apraxia is a comprehensive and authoritative resource any family, SLP, occupational therapist, or pediatric practice will be glad to own or recommend.

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  1. Print length
    448 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Woodbine House
  4. Publication date
    March 28, 2012
  5. Dimensions
    7 x 1 x 9.75 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1606130617
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1606130612
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The writing style also makes the reader feel as if he or she is actually sitting there, with Lindsay, having an informed conversation with someone who's been there, done that, and made it--giving hope to parents of a newly diagnosed child that they can make it, too. --ForeWord Digital Reviews

[An] excellent resource for parents, educators, and speech-language pathologists. I highly suggest other health care professionals read this as well. It belongs on every therapy agency's lending book shelf. --Judy Michels Jelm, M.S., CCC-SLP, Neuro-Developmental Treatment Association SLP instructor emeritus

[An] excellent resource for parents, educators, and speech-language pathologists. I highly suggest other health care professionals read this as well. It belongs on every therapy agency's lending book shelf. ---Judy Michels Jelm, M.S., CCC-SLP, Neuro-Developmental Treatment Association SLP instructor emeritus

About the Author

Leslie Lindsay was formerly a Child and Adolescent Psychiatric nurse at the Mayo Clinic. She attended the University of Missouri-Columbia and earned a B.S.N. from the Sinclair School of Nursing with a minor in psychology. She and her family, including a daughter with CSA, live in suburban Chicago. She writes about a range of parenting issues at: leslie4kids.wordpress.com

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Woodbine House (March 28, 2012)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 448 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1606130617
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1606130612
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.76 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 1 x 9.75 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 70 ratings

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Leslie A. Lindsay

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Leslie Lindsay has always been a writer at heart having penned her first "book" at the tender age of 5 in the self-help field, "I Like You, Do You Like Me?" While girl's self-esteem has been at the center of her life as a child/adolescent psychiatric R.N. at the Mayo Clinic, and now a mother of two girls, her first published book, SPEAKING OF APRAXIA: A Parent's Guide to Childhood Apraxia of Speech" also resonates with her real-life. Her oldest daughter suffers from this complex, neurologically-based motor speech disorder. This book has won several awards, including 2nd place Walter William Award for best non-fiction, ForeWord Reviews for Health/Medicine and more.

When Leslie isn't glued to her laptop at a local coffee shop, you'll find her running around the Chicago suburbs in a crazy effort to get everyone, including a floppy Basset hound and husband to school, soccer, Irish step dance, or the groomer. Lindsay is continuing to write, though this next book will be a literary memoir.

You can learn more at www.leslielindsay.com. Leslie also hosts bestselling and debut authors and poets on her author interviews series.

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Customers find the book very informative, with excellent references and resources. They also say it's easy to read, well-written, and understandable. Readers mention the book is perfectly written for parents of children with CAS who are new to the subject.

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Customers find the book very informative and easy to read. They appreciate the excellent references and resources. Readers mention the book is comprehensive and provides great resources for families and friends.

"Wonderful book!!! Lots of information and very helpful. My son started speech therapy when he wasn't speaking at around 1.5...." Read more

"...This is an answer to many of our prayers after many tough years of dealing with apraxia." Read more

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"...many resources throughout the book helped me immensely and gave me more reading materials to further my research of this topic...." Read more

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Customers find the book easy to read, well-written, and understand. They say it's perfectly written for parents of children with CAS who are new to the topic. Readers also appreciate the layout that allows them to navigate through the book with ease.

"...It is the type of book that can be read in sections or just for the information tha you need at the time. I like that feature." Read more

"...Also, this book is perfectly written for parents of children with CAS who are new to the world of communication disorders and are looking for some..." Read more

"...The layout of this book lets you navigate though with ease and her down to earth writing breaks down this complex disorder for such a better..." Read more

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J. Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book!
Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2017
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Wonderful book!!! Lots of information and very helpful. My son started speech therapy when he wasn't speaking at around 1.5. By age 2, he knew a few signs, and would say a word or two here and there - but would never repeat the words. He had about 3-5 "sounds" that sort of passed as words, but that was it. And, although I was definitely attentive to his needs, I wasn't making it so that he didn't have a reason to use words. Although he was to young to be diagnosed with Apraxia, I was certain that was the issue, as was his speech therapist (although she wouldn't technically diagnose him due to his age). There were so many reasons why, but I won't go into all of that here.

One of the suggestions in the book (which I had seen in passing on a blog once) in the Alternate therapy section, was the use of fish oil. I immediately started using Nordic Natural ProEFA-3-6-9 (lemon flavored) and, while I realize this is purely anecdotal and could be complete coincidence (however I don't believe so AT ALL) the results were astounding!! At 25 months old, and within 10 days of taking 2 every morning (poking a hole in the capsules and squirting it in his mouth), he had 25 words. Some still weren't clear, but they were consistent! A month later I stopped writing down the words b/c there were over 70. A month later was our last speech therapy because he was using 2-3 word phrases, was repeating multi syllabic words I would say, and was even using possessive's and plural correctly. As I mentioned, I'd read something similar on an Apraxia blog but completely discounted it because it seemed a little far-fetched. Once I read about it's possible benefits in this book, I felt it was more of a legitimate option. And Thank God I did!!!!
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Vanessa
5.0 out of 5 stars Life changing for those of us dealing with an apraxic child
Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2012
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I just got my copy of "Speaking of Apraxia" in the mail. I sat down and read as much as I could right away. I can't thank the author enough for taking the time to write this book for us 1% of parents that need it. I have often blamed myself time and time again for my daughter having this disorder. I can relate to everything the book talks about. Now that I look back through my family, both my father and I were late talkers. I can see more of a pattern now which is a tremendously good feeling. Lauren was an unplanned pregnancy and I have always feared that I did something wrong to cause this.

As we prepare for kindergarten, this was just the resource that I needed. I'm looking forward to the challenges we may face with school and getting her ready. It is so nice to think of approaching this from every angle - diet, addt'l therapy, etc. I have so many pages flagged that I don't know where to start...hippotherapy, vitamins, music therapy, etc.

My daughter has red hair and blue eyes as well so right when I saw this book, it struck a chord with me and I knew we needed it. THANK YOU, thank you to the author that in this busy world that we live in with children, work and life that you took the time to create this guide for us parents that only want the best for our children.

If I could give this review and book 10 stars I would. I'm buying 2 more copies this week for both sets of grandparents. This is an answer to many of our prayers after many tough years of dealing with apraxia.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Speaking of Apraxia
Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2014
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I haven't read the entire book, but what i've done so far has been very helpful. It is the type of book that can be read in sections or just for the information tha you need at the time. I like that feature.
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Nadette Rae Rodgers
5.0 out of 5 stars As a current Speech Pathology student, I found this book to be SO helpful in growing in my understanding of CAS! 5 STARS!!!
Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2018
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Thank you, Leslie, for writing this book! It is so well-written and easy-to-understand while still getting the very important points across. As a current Speech Pathology student, I found this book to be SO helpful in growing in my understanding of Childhood Apraxia of Speech. Your many resources throughout the book helped me immensely and gave me more reading materials to further my research of this topic. Your personal story was such a great testimony, as well, so thank you for sharing what you have learned over the years.

Highly recommend this book for future SLPs, as it is a great study tool! Also, this book is perfectly written for parents of children with CAS who are new to the world of communication disorders and are looking for some advice, answers, and understanding. 5 stars!
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Tracy Jankowski
5.0 out of 5 stars The most informative book you need when having a child with apraxia.
Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2019
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This book is so helpful for anyone (parent, granparent, guardian, teacher, therpaists, family member, etc) who has a child with specail needs, more speficially Apraxia in their life. I often refer to it as the Bible because it tells you step by step what you could/should do, what to anticipate, ways to help, where to look for help, etc in every aspect of having a child with a special needs. I love the way the author sets up each chapter, there's so much information in this book, and the way it's set up you can skip around to whatever place you are in in your journey with you child. I can't say enough great things about this book, it's truly help me be the best mom I can be for my sons (whom both have Apraxia).
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erininmt
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful & comprehensive book! A must read resource on Childhood Apraxia of Speech.
Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2014
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Leslie Lindsay writes from such a great prospective as both a mother of a child with CAS and a medical background as a nurse. This book provides a wealth of information, lots of incredible resources and amazing insight. The layout of this book lets you navigate though with ease and her down to earth writing breaks down this complex disorder for such a better understanding. Her insight as a parent, along with the "Parents Share" & "Parents Cope" sections sprinkled throughout the book feel like a mini-support group, something I do not have in my area. I wish that I would have discovered this book when my daughter was diagnosed with CAS a year and a half ago, but I am so thankful to have found it now!
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Amy
5.0 out of 5 stars Good read!
Reviewed in Canada on May 29, 2013
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Im not much of a reader but I got this in hopes to help with my Apraxic son. To be honest, its hard to put the book down
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D. E. B. Jones
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 22, 2013
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A useful guide to explaining and helping parents of a child with this problem. What more do I need to say?
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Rosemarie Kelly
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 1, 2014
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