Date of Last Revision
2023-05-02 16:54:09
Major
Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology
Degree Name
Bachelor of Arts
Date of Expected Graduation
Winter 2015
Abstract
The purpose of this review was to examine the perceptions of parents and caregivers on raising a child who uses augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). Factors and overarching themes in existing literature affecting parent’s perceptions were examined and condensed in this review. Seven research studies were chosen for analysis. A variety of common perspectives were found in the research and the conclusions relating to caregiver challenges and thoughts on AAC were categorized, including four thematic categories: problems with the AAC system; barriers to learning AAC; societal, family, and professional influences; and differences among individuals who use AAC. Information gained in this review may be used to improve professional development for speech-language pathologists (SLPs) and teaming between parents and SLPs.
Research Sponsor
Katie Boarman
First Reader
Janis Lorman
Second Reader
Charles Carlin
Recommended Citation
Mikolay, Rachel M., "The Challenges and Perceptions of Raising a Child Who Uses AAC: A Review of the Literature" (2015). Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects. 233.
https://ideaexchange.uakron.edu/honors_research_projects/233