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Unlocking Potential: How Speech Therapy Supports Children with Learning Disabilities Learning disabilities can affect how children process and understand information, which can subsequently impact their ability to read, write, express ideas and engage in conversations. Speech therapy is one of the most powerful tools to help children overcome any challenges associated with learning disabilities. While […]
Important Update: New NDIS Funding Periods – What You Need to Know From Monday, 19 May 2025, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) introduced funding periods – a new way of releasing funds in staged instalments for participants with new or reassessed plans. Instead of receiving the full amount upfront, funds are now allocated in […]
Group Therapy: Growing Together Through Communication At QPAH, we believe that therapy is most powerful when it’s accompanied by functional practice. Therefore, we’re proud to offer group therapy sessions. They are a dynamic and supportive way for people to grow, connect and thrive together through shared experiences. What Is Group Therapy? Group therapy at QPAH […]
Important Update: New NDIS Funding Periods – What You Need to Know From Monday, 19 May 2025, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) introduced new NDIS funding periods – a new method of releasing funding for participants with new or reassessed plans. Instead of receiving the full amount of funding upfront, participants will now receive their […]
Article by Montana Nuvoli (Certified Practising Speech Pathologist B.Ed, MSpPath) Interdental vs. Lateral Lisp: What’s the Difference? Lisps are a common speech error, but not all lisps are the same. Two types of lisps we see most commonly at QPAH are interdental lisps and lateral lisps – both are considered atypical articulation patterns, and each […]
Montana Nuvoli Certified Practising Speech Pathologist Why Safe Swallowing Matters Swallowing is something most of us do without even thinking about it. Every time we eat, drink, or even swallow our own saliva, our body is performing a complex series of coordinated muscle movements involving the mouth, throat, and oesophagus. However, when this process is […]
Speech Therapy can help Gold Coast Kids with ADHD to develop the skills, tools and support required to overcome challenges in life. WHAT IS ADHD? ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) is a neurodevelopmental disorder which develops in early childhood and effects approximately 6-7% of the Australian population. A person with ADHD has differences in their […]
Stroke affects thousands of individuals each year. As a leading cause of disability and mortality, understanding the crucial role of interventions such as speech therapy can greatly enhance recovery outcomes and improve the quality of life for those who have experienced a stroke. Statistics The statistics in Australia highlight the importance of awareness and intervention: […]
At Queensland Paediatric Allied Health (QPAH), we understand the importance of effective communication in a child’s development. Our specialised speech therapy for kids on the Gold Coast is designed to address a wide range of communication challenges, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to express themselves clearly and confidently. Why Speech Therapy for Kids […]
At QPAH, occupational therapy plays a crucial role in helping children overcome obstacles that impede their daily lives, fostering independence, and enhancing their overall quality of life. This form of therapy is particularly beneficial for kids facing developmental delays, physical disabilities, sensory processing issues, or social and emotional challenges. For families residing on the Gold […]
