Background: There has been a rapid growth in recent years of available technologies for
individuals with communication difficulties. Research in the area is currently …

This review evaluated the effects of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) on
speech development in children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD); replicated, updated …

A considerable number of studies have demonstrated that augmentative and alternative
communication (AAC) is effective in increasing speech production in some children with …

This paper considers the issue of efficacy as it relates to augmentative and alternative
communication (AAC) interventions for children with severe developmental disabilities. First …

We synthesized studies that assessed preference for using different augmentative and
alternative communication (AAC) options. Studies were identified via systematic searches of …

Little is known about how AAC use in preschool may impact language development for
children with complex communication needs (eg, children with autism, cerebral palsy, Down …

Parents play an important role in the successful implementation of AAC. Previous research
has indicated that parents in different countries have varying perceptions about the use of …

This review sought to determine the evidence base of augmentative and alternative
communication (AAC) use with infants and toddlers with disabilities. The review identified 12 …

Purpose The purpose of this systematic review was to identify, appraise, and critically
synthesize the latest available evidence on the effects of augmentative and alternative …

Background Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) interventions are used for
children with autism, often as stand-alone communication interventions for those who are …