Childhood apraxia of speech is a specific speech disorder estimated to occur in 1-10 per 1,000 children. Also referred to as developmental apraxia of speech, childhood apraxia of speech is the inability to plan and execute motor movements necessary for continuous and intelligible speech. Children with childhood apraxia of speech often exhibit difficulty with vowel production and with the prosody (rhythm and stress) of their language. Delays in vocabulary and grammar are often observed in children suspected of having childhood apraxia of speech. Due to its complex nature, an extensive evaluation is needed for accurate diagnosis of the disorder. The Center faculty uses an evidence-based diagnostic protocol for accurate assessment and, ultimately, treatment of childhood apraxia of speech.

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