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The Connection Between Auditory Processing and ADHD

BLOG HOME / BLOG THE CONNECTION BETWEEN AUDITORY PROCESSING AND ADHD Auditory processing and ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) are often linked, though they are distinct conditions. While auditory processing issues involve difficulty interpreting sounds, ADHD is characterized by challenges with attention, impulse control, and hyperactivity. Individuals with ADHD may also experience auditory processing difficulties, […]

HEARING SCREENING AND IT’S IMPORTANCE

BLOG HOME / BLOG HEARING SCREENING AND IT’S IMPORTANCE The purpose of hearing screening is to identify children with hearinglosses which may affect their intellectual, emotional, social, speechorlanguage development. Early identification and interventionprocedures provide the best opportunity for effective remediation, andaim to reduce the negative effects of hearing loss on the child’sdevelopment.A hearing screening program […]

SPEECH THERAPY: OUR ROLE IN THE NEONATAL ICU

BLOG HOME / BLOG SPEECH THERAPY: OUR ROLE IN THE NEONATAL ICU Speech therapists have a vital role in the neonatal ICU (NICU). They assist neonates with their sucking and swallowing development. When babies are born prematurely they are at risk of having swallowing and sucking difficulties. The suck-swallow reflex develops in utero at 34 […]

HEARING LOSS? WHAT NOW ?

BLOG HOME / BLOG HEARING LOSS? WHAT NOW? Normal hearing is classified as having thresholds of 20 dB orbetter in both ears. A person who is not able to hear as well assomeone with normal hearing –is said to have a hearing loss.Hearing loss may be mild, moderate, severe, or profound. It canaffect one ear […]

WHAT IS CENTRAL AUDITORY PROCESSING DISORDER

BLOG HOME / BLOG WHAT IS CENTRAL AUDITORY PROCESSING DISORDER Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD) is the deficit in neural processing of auditory stimuli that is not due to higher language or cognitive related factors. CAPD causes difficulties in everyday listening situations that often manifest as trouble hearing in noise, following oral directions, and/or paying […]

HOW CAN SPEECH THERAPY HELP POST STROKE?

BLOG HOME / BLOG HOW CAN SPEECH THERAPY HELP POST STROKE? There are many ways to reduce your risk of having a stroke. These include checking your Blood pressure, reducing salt, limiting unhealthy food, consuming many fruit and vegetables, stop smoking, to exercise and to limit alcohol intake . After a stroke does occurs, an […]

Logo Lauren Sarchi Speech Therapist & Audiologist Sydenham, Johannesburg
Logo Speech Therapist & Audiologist Lauren Sarchi

Lauren Sarchi is located in Sydenham, Johannesburg offering a range of speech, language and audiology services for children and adults. She practices from her rooms and offers home based intervention.

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It is important to identify if children are not reaching their speech and language milestones in order to understand if a speech and language assessment is necessary. Early intervention will provide your child with stimulating exercises and activities that target specific and age appropriate language goals. Intervening early can ultimately differentiate between a language delay and a language disorder.

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Children often do not get the attention that they need being in a classroom and they therefore receive limited individual support. We assist in helping children who are struggling with articulation errors (E.g. wabbit/rabbit) as well as phonological errors (lellow/yellow) improve their overall speech. Language disorders can also occur in children, some occur with a known cause and some with no known cause. Some language disorders such as, a motor speech disorder can be treated using a specialized technique known as PROMPT, this assists the child to learn motor planning. Our therapists are PROMPT trained and are able to provide this service.

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Individuals can have many difficulties post stroke such as communicating verbally, reasoning, higher order thinking, problem solving, reading, writing etc. Speech therapy targets specific areas of difficulties and aims to alleviate these difficulties in the most patient centered and encouraging way possible. Rehabilitation and providing individuals with the skills of independence to be able to participate socially and vocationally in communities is a goal and priority of mine.

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Swallowing disorders are common in individuals who have suffered neurological damage for example, individuals who have suffered a stroke, traumatic brain injury, dementia or parkinson’s disease. Swallowing disorders can cause feeding and eating to be extremely difficult and uncomfortable.  Individuals with swallowing disorders are at severe risk for malnutrition and dehydration. Dysphagia can cause a negative experience around feeding time. This can further impact the way in which individuals feel about food and/or can cause food aversions. Speech therapy assists with alleviating these difficulties by providing swallowing rehabilitation, strengthening exercises and compensatory strategies.

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As the suck-swallow reflex only develops at 34 weeks in utero, babies born before then may have poor co-ordination, poor endurance and present with a weak suck. This results in the neonate being at a higher risk for complications during feeding times. Speech therapy will provide the caregiver with the skills necessary to perform oral-motor exercises for the neonate, aiming to strengthen the suck and improve the endurance. We also provide further support to mothers by ensuring that they have a pool of information regarding feeding as well as providing breastfeeding support and advice.

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Hearing is a vital part of communication. In children the ability to hear is critical for their development. Hearing precedes the development of speech and if a child cannot hear they will not be able to grasp language. I offer hearing assessments for individuals of all ages. The hearing assessment includes a visual inspection of the ear, testing of middle ear function as well as testing of cochlea function. This is important to identify If there may be a hearing difficulty present. Knowledge about your hearing status is vital. We are able to fit hearing, clean and repair hearing aids in the comfort of your own home.

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