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Why Some Kids Struggle With Chewing Food

June 10, 2025Feeding & Swallowing

Introduction to Pediatric Chewing Challenges Children’s ability to chew food effectively is a critical milestone in their development, impacting nutrition, growth, and mealtime experiences. However, some children struggle with chewing due to a variety of developmental, sensory, medical, and behavioral issues. This article explores why some kids face challenges with chewing food, the underlying causes, […]

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 When Choking or Gagging Signals a Feeding Problem

June 10, 2025Feeding & Swallowing

Why Knowing Feeding Signals Matters Parents and caregivers often encounter gagging and choking during infant feeding, but understanding these responses is vital for ensuring safety and promoting healthy development. Recognizing the difference between normal gag reflexes and life-threatening choking episodes can guide appropriate responses and prevent emergencies. This article explores the signs, risks, and interventions […]

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How Speech Therapy Helps Kids With Autism Communicate

June 9, 2025Speech & Language Disorders

Understanding Communication Challenges in Autism Children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder often face unique challenges in both verbal and non-verbal communication. These challenges can affect how they express needs, interpret social cues, and engage with others, which can impact their daily lives and social integration. Speech therapy, led by specialized speech-language pathologists, offers tailored support […]

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Articulation Disorder Treatment Options for Children

June 6, 2025Speech & Language Disorders

Understanding and Addressing Articulation Disorders in Childhood Articulation disorders in children present unique challenges to speech clarity and communication. These difficulties involve problems producing specific speech sounds, which can impede social interaction and learning. Early recognition, thorough diagnosis, and effective treatment are vital for ensuring children develop clear, confident speech. This article explores the nature […]

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When Teachers Raise Concerns About Speech Delay

June 6, 2025Speech & Language Disorders

The Importance of Early Awareness in Speech Development Speech and language development form the foundation of effective communication and learning in children. Teachers, given their daily interaction with young learners, are often among the first to observe signs of speech delay. Understanding when and how to raise concerns about speech and language development is crucial […]

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How Speech Therapy Improves Social Skills in Kids

June 5, 2025Speech & Language Disorders

Understanding the Critical Role of Speech Therapy in Social Development Social skills are foundational for children’s academic success, emotional well-being, and relationship building. However, many children face challenges in effectively communicating and interpreting social cues, impacting their ability to connect with peers. Speech therapy has emerged as a vital intervention that significantly improves these social […]

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Expressive vs. Receptive Language Disorders Explained

June 4, 2025Speech & Language Disorders

Unlocking Language Disorders: Breaking Down Expressive and Receptive Types Language disorders present unique challenges to children and adults, making everyday communication and learning difficult. This article explores the distinctions between expressive and receptive language disorders, symptoms, causes, diagnosis methods, treatments, and the broader developmental and educational impacts. Understanding these disorders is vital for early identification […]

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Understanding Nasal Emissions in Children’s Speech

June 3, 2025Speech & Language Disorders

Setting the Stage: What Are Nasal Emissions in Children’s Speech? Nasal emissions in children’s speech represent a complex phenomenon where air escapes through the nasal cavity during sounds that typically require oral airflow. This can affect the clarity and quality of a child’s speech and is often linked to structural or functional abnormalities in speech […]

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Childhood Apraxia of Speech: Therapy Approaches That Work

June 2, 2025Speech & Language Disorders

Understanding Childhood Apraxia of Speech and Its Challenges Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) is a complex neurological motor speech disorder that disrupts a child’s ability to plan and execute precise speech movements despite no muscle weakness. Characterized by inconsistent errors, difficulty in sound sequencing, and prosodic abnormalities, CAS demands specialized and evidence-based intervention to enhance […]

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Why Early Intervention in Speech Therapy Matters

June 2, 2025Speech & Language Disorders

Understanding the Power of Early Intervention in Speech Therapy Early speech therapy intervention is a transformative approach that harnesses the unique neuroplasticity of young children’s brains to address speech and language challenges. This article explores why initiating therapy during the earliest developmental stages is essential for fostering communication skills, preventing secondary difficulties, and setting children […]

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    NEW PATIENT INFORMATION PACKET

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    929 E. Britton Rd
    Oklahoma City, OK 73114
    4331 Adams Rd
    Suite 111
    Norman, OK 73069

    PATIENT INFORMATION

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    INSURANCE INFORMATION

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    CASE HISTORY

    Did your child pass his/her newborn hearing screening?
    Has your child had a hearing screening or evaluation within the past year?
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    How does the child usually communicate? (check all that apply)
    Is the child’s speech difficult to understand?

    PRENATAL AND BIRTH HISTORY

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    DEVELOPMENTAL HISTORY

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    sat alone
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    CURRENT SPEECH, LANGUAGE, & HEARING

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    Does your child retrieve/point to common objects upon request?
    Does your child follow simple directions?
    Does your child respond correctly to yes/no questions?
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    Does your child have difficulty producing speech sounds?
    Does your child frequently stutter when trying to speak?
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    MEDICAL HISTORY

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    CREDIT CARD AUTHORIZATION FORM

    Pediatric Communication Solutions, Inc. is committed to making our billing process as simple and easy as possible, We require that all patients keep a valid credit card on file with our office. Payment is due at the time of service.
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    I consent to Pediatric Communication Solutions, Inc. (PCS) staff and its affiliates using any telephone numbers (including cell phone/wireless numbers), email addresses, and other electronic communications I provide to PCS for appointment, referral, treatment, billing, debt collection, and other purposes related to my/my child’s care. This includes phone calls, voice messages, text messages, emails, and other electronic communications. If I discontinue use of any phone number provided, I shall promptly notify PCS and will hold PCS and its affiliates harmless from any expenses or other loss arising from any failure to notify. I understand that standard text messages, unencrypted emails, and other electronic communications that I send and receive from PCS may flow through networks that are not secure and may be at risk of exposure of my health information (for example, the message could be intercepted and viewed by an unauthorized third party). In addition, once the text, email, or other electronic communication is received by me, someone may be able to access my phone, applications, digital devices, or email accounts and read the message. I understand that it is my responsibility to make sure that only authorized people are allowed to access my email, phone messages, cell phone, and digital devices. I understand these risks and give permission to PCS to communicate with me via wireless/cell phone, text message, unencrypted email, and other electronic communications. I authorize PCS to utilize the following communication methods with me.
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    PATIENT LIABILITY FORM

    This form is to inform you that certain speech-language pathology services may not be covered under your commercial insurance policy due to plan exclusions or benefit limitations. While we will make every effort to verify and bill your insurance appropriately, coverage is ultimately determined by your insurance provider.
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