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AAC and Communication Devices for Rett Syndrome
Most children with Rett syndrome benefit greatly from AAC. Rett limits hand use and speech but not understanding or intent. Eye-gaze devices, switches and partner-assisted scanning give her a reliable way to communicate. The right system is matched to each child by a speech-language pathologist, and is best introduced early.
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Non-speaking children with Rett Syndrome can communicate through AAC — especially eye-gaze technology and partner-assisted scanning, plus switches, symbol boards and honouring looks, sounds and gestures as real language. A speech-language therapist matches the system to the child's vision, motor control and motivation. Any clinical AbilityScore or diagnosis is formed only at a Pinnacle centre under qualified clinicians.
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