Augmentative and alternative communication
When you see someone write down a response to a question asked to them, or using hand gestures to communicate, or use pictures as a means of communicating their emotions or ideas, these are all types of augmentative and alternative communication, also called AAC. Some people will see an AAC speech therapist to help with speech and language problems so that they can communicate better and others can communicate better with them. Many people use forms of AAC all the time to communicate ideas, feelings and so on. Writing a note to a coworker in the office is a simple example. Some of us use it more than others, and many do not even realise it has a name. But people with communication and language problems need it more to help them communicate. Understanding AAC Any tools, devices or systems used to support or replace speech falls under the umbrella of AAC. The first A for Augmentative communication where you use other props and tools to supplement your communication attempts. A wh...