Wspomaganie rodziny dziecka w wieku przedszkolnym z niepełnosprawnością intelektualną w rozwoju kompetencji komunikacyjnych

Abstract

Supporting the development of communicative competencies of children with moderate mental retardation by the family environment is extremely important for the course of the logopedic therapy. The necessity of continuous repetitions and revisions of the structure of words often causes that the time that a speech therapist can devote is insufficient. Thus, a question arises: how parents can support their child’s therapy and simultaneously use everyday situations without overly engaging their valuable time. The article, after a short terminological introduction, describes the development of communication competency of people with moderate mental retardation and cognitive functions that directly influence it. It also provides practical tips for parents regarding how to support the development of speech.