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In this episode I am joined by Dr. Deirdre Muldoon, a professor at The College of Saint Rose, whose teaching interests include communication and behavior, childhood language disorders, pediatric motor speech, pediatric swallowing disorders, and individuals on the autism spectrum.

Topics/Questions:

What is the prevalence of feeding difficulties in children with developmental difficulties?

What are the oral prep and oral transit phases of dysphagia and why are they significant?

Let’s talk about the evidence base for management of pediatric feeding difficulties specifically related to oral phases.

What behavior management techniques do you recommend for dysphagia?

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About the Host

Venita Litvack M.A. CCC-SLP (She/Her)

Venita is an Assistive Technology (AT) Consultant in south Florida. She has a passion for using AAC, AT, and literacy to support individuals with complex communication needs, autism, and other diagnoses. Venita has presented on several topics related to AAC at local and national conferences. She co-authored two articles published in ASHA Leader’s online publication, as well as the Lou Knows What to Do book series published by Boys Town Press.

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