Adults <\/a>with apraxia also are able to understand what is being said, but may not be able to respond well, or even if they can speak well, repeat exactly what they heard. Since apraxia suffers experience a motor rather than a cognitive person, the ability to understand is intact, but the speech is encumbered. <\/p>\n\n\n\nWhen teaching someone with apraxia, a written exam may reflect their knowledge, provided that the motor abilities in their hands are not affected and they can write properly. When talking to someone with apraxia, remember that communication is not necessarily a reflection of what they comprehend.
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Apraxia can occur in children and adults and may be gradual or the onset could be sudden. With children, their not meeting certain developmental mileposts, such as speaking, can be a warning sign of a deeper problem. In children, apraxia is often associated with autism, cerebral palsy or other conditions. In adults, apraxia can be the result of a traumatic neurological or brain injury. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some apraxia sufferers may regain or develop an ability to speak coherently, whereas others will always show signs of the problem. A speech therapist is needed to encourage proper speech and help the apraxia sufferer develop the confidence to speak properly. Treating both the underlying problem and getting therapy for speech can help improve the prospects for sufferers of apraxia. An experienced speech therapist can help indicate what needs to be done and what can be expected in a given situation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\r\n
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