What is it about?
Results are reported on 5 children seen for short-term, intensive therapeutic intervention using the Kaufman-Speech to Language Protocol (K-SLP) in a dyad or group setting. Progress was tracked immediately post intervention, as well as retention of progress 3 - 4 months post intervention. The study provides support for the use of the Kaufman-Speech to Language Protocol (K-SLP) for children with apraxia of speech.
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Why is it important?
The Kaufman-Speech to Language Protocol (K-SLP) is widely used among speech-language pathologists in the remediation of childhood apraxia of speech and other articulation disorders. While research exists regarding the tenets the program is based upon, very little research exists regarding the effectiveness of the program itself. Results of this study indicate the K-SLP methodology is an effective treatment, even when therapy is not delivered in a 1:1 setting or when children present with comorbidities.
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I hope this article opens the door for more research into the validity and effectiveness of this methodology as well as other common treatment methods for childhood apraxia of speech. I also hope clinicians will consider alternate service delivery models when planning intervention for children with apraxia.
Miriam Branham
The Carruth Center
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This page is a summary of: Effectiveness of the Kaufman Speech to Language Protocol for Children With Childhood Apraxia of Speech and Comorbidities When Delivered in a Dyadic and Group Format, American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology, October 2024, American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA),
DOI: 10.1044/2024_ajslp-24-00098.
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