Will a Device Stop My Child from Talking? (here's what research says)

Will using a communication device with a child who is nonverbal prevent them from talking? I review the latest research and discuss why communication devices foster (not prevent) a child from talking.

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Research:

Kasari et al. (2014): "Communication Interventions for Minimally Verbal Children With Autism: Sequential Multiple Assignment Randomized Trial."

Millar, Light, & Schlosser (2006): "The Impact of Augmentative and Alternative Communication Intervention on the Speech Production of Individuals With Developmental Disabilities: A Research Review."

Sedey Rosin & Miller (1991): "Augmentative Communication and Early Intervention: Myths and Realities."

Carr & Durand (1985): "Reducing behavior problems through functional communication training."

Drager Light & Mcnaughton (2010): "Effects of AAC interventions on communication and language for young children with complex communication needs."

Robinson & Owens (1995): "Functional augmentative communication and behavioral change.

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