Speech therapist helping young boy with learning disabilities to write.

National Learning Disability Week

Supporting Every Learner – National Learning Disability Week 2025 Learning is not ‘one-size-fits-all’ – and that’s something worth celebrating. For this reason, National Learning Disability Week 2025 is a powerful reminder that everyone’s learning journey is unique. At QPAH, we are committed to championing inclusive education, individualised support and the empowerment of individuals and families […]

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Female therapist providing speech therapy to young girl with a learning disability

Speech Therapy for Learning Disabilities

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 […]

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Speech Therapist holding up mirror for boy as he shapes his mouth

Interdental vs. Lateral Lisp

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 […]

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Speech Therapy can help Gold Coast Kids with ADHD

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 […]

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