Childhood Apraxia of Speech: Symptoms and Challenges

Childhood apraxia of speech (CAS) is a neurological speech sound disorder that makes it difficult for children to learn how to speak. It affects the precision and consistency of speech sound movements, leading to speech sound errors and disruptions in prosody. CAS is challenging to treat, and children with CAS often have a poor response to standard treatments for other speech disorders. They require intensive and frequent therapy sessions to make progress. Additionally, CAS is often accompanied by other comorbidities such as oral apraxia, language disorder, and motor deficits, making treatment even more complex and demanding.