S. S Utterances

S.S. is nonverbal and has oral motor production difficulty due to autism. S.S.’s speech intelligibility is 50%. She has difficulty coordinating movements of the articulators (lips, tongue, jaw, etc.) which leads to her poor intelligibility. S.S. does not have social speech and can use a few single word utterances. These utterances are primarily vowel-like vocalizations. S.S. has limited vocalizations and when she does vocalize, it is difficult to understand. S.S.’s speaking needs cannot be met using natural communication methods or low technology speaking aids.
b. Anticipated Course of Impairment
S.S.’s impairment is chronic and stable in nature. She is anticipated to continue to demonstrate communication impairments.
c. Language Skills