Debbie's Blog
How Long Should You Use the Z-Vibe During a Single Session?
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 28th Mar 2013
What is the frequency and duration of use that you recommend for vibration during therapy?
This will vary according to each person's sensory preferences. Some individuals may not be able
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Tips for Easier and More Effective Therapy Homework
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 9th Jan 2013
I can't stress enough the importance of homework exercises. With consistent practice, children progress through their speech/feeding goals noticeably if not significantly faster. For ex
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How to Desensitize Gloves
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 26th Nov 2012
For some kids, gloves can be scary. The rubbery feel, the unfamiliar smell and taste, the strange look (where did your hands go?!), and the squishy sound they make - these are all possible tr
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Becoming Verbal with Autism
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 5th Aug 2011
I'm looking for advice. My nephew 5 years old, has Autism and cognitive delays. He doesn't speak at all; he just makes noises like he is "singing" to himself (although not with any spec
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Using Visual Aids for Communication
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 26th Jul 2011
Are there any tools, workbooks, etc., I can buy to help my mother who has problems with her speech? She is in the moderate-severe stage of dementia. This problem began a few months ago.  
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