159 | understanding apraxia and its connections to autism with Jordan LeVan @fightingformyvoice

ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇In this episode, Dr. Tay discusses apraxia with Jordan Levan, a disability advocate and founder of The Apraxia Foundation. They explore the differences between apraxia and dyspraxia, signs and symptoms, and the importance of early diagnosis. Jordan shares his personal journey with childhood apraxia of speech, the types of therapeutic approaches available, and how to integrate neurodiversity affirming approaches into therapeutic supports. They also talk about the resources and support provided by The Apraxia Foundation, specifically AAC devices and speech therapy services, emphasizing a comprehensive understanding of each child’s needs.00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview00:40 Meet Jordan LeVan: Disability Advocate02:59 Jordan's Personal Journey with Apraxia04:06 Challenges and Advocacy in Childhood07:10 Speech Therapy and Treatment Approaches15:29 Understanding Apraxia and Its Types23:11 Dyspraxia Explained31:56 Understanding Co-Occurring Conditions with Childhood Apraxia32:29 The Importance of Knowing Your Child's Full Disability Profile32:47 Personal Experiences with Late Diagnoses34:11 The Impact of Historical Treatment of Disabilities on Parents' Fears36:58 The Role of Comprehensive Evaluations in Diagnosing Childhood Apraxia41:54 Challenges in Diagnosing Childhood Apraxia in Autistic Children44:37 Therapeutic Approaches for Childhood Apraxia48:53 The Importance of Consent in Speech Therapy56:37 Introduction to the Apraxia Foundation01:00:50 Connecting with the Apraxia Foundation and Final ThoughtsRESOURCES⚡️ connect with Jordan on Instagram @fightingformyvoice and visit his website ⚡️ learn about his nonprofit @theapraxiafoundation and visit the website ⚡️ want to learn more about Dr. Tay's Whole Family Approach and current services offered? visit drtaylorday.com⚡️ continue learning from me and submit any questions [could be featured on a future episode] >>Instagram @the.dr.tayTikTok @the.dr.tay