Use of Speech-Generating Devices: In Support of Natural Speech

Authors: Blischak, Doreen¹; Lombardino, Linda¹; Dyson, Alice¹

Source: Augmentative & Alternative Communication, Volume 19, Number 1, March 2003 , pp. 29-35(7)

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Abstract:

One of the most frequently cited concerns from parents, teachers, and other caregivers, upon hearing a recommendation for the use of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) is, 'Will its use interfere with natural speech?' Reports of positive effects of AAC use, particularly that of speech output, are increasingly available, whereas evidence to support negative consequences of AAC use has not been widely reported. In this paper, possible explanations for increases in natural speech production associated with AAC use are explored, along with a discussion of clinical implications and future research.

Keywords: Augmentative And Alternative Communication; Digitized Speech; Voice Output Communication Aid; Speech-generating Device; Speech Production; Synthetic Speech

Document Type: Research article

DOI: 10.1080/0743461032000056478

Affiliations: 1: University of Florida 50 Dauer Hall P.O. Box 117420 Gainesville FL 32611 USA.