EPISODE · Jun 20, 2025 · 6 MIN
183 When Speech Isn’t Language: Understanding the Real Barrier to Communication
from Non Linear Learning - Rethinking Education for Neurodivergent Learners · host Vaish Sarathy
Does your child echo everything you say—but struggle to express their own thoughts? In this episode of Non Linear Learning, Dr. Vaish Sarathy tackles one of the most misunderstood differences in developmental education: the gap between speech and language—and why recognizing this difference can completely shift how you teach your autistic child. You'll learn: How speech apraxia and motor planning issues can mask true intelligence Why “presuming competence” often means “presuming apraxia" A powerful mindset shift that could change everything for your child’s learning journey Free Resource Download your free guide to Non Linear Learning: www.drvaishsarathy.com/nonlinearlearning Do :) Leave a Review If this episode gave you a new perspective, help us reach more parents and educators by leaving a review wherever you listen.
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Does your child echo everything you say—but struggle to express their own thoughts? In this episode of Non Linear Learning, Dr. Vaish Sarathy tackles one of the most misunderstood differences in developmental education: the gap between speech and language—and why recognizing this difference can completely shift how you teach your autistic child. You'll learn: How speech apraxia and motor planning issues can mask true intelligence Why “presuming competence” often means “presuming apraxia" A powerful mindset shift that could change everything for your child’s learning journey Free Resource Download your free guide to Non Linear Learning: www.drvaishsarathy.com/nonlinearlearning Do :) Leave a Review If this episode gave you a new perspective, help us reach more parents and educators by leaving a review wherever you listen.
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