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Category: Parent Skills

Glossary of Jargon

Jargon

Auth Short for “Authorization” in conversations about insurance Authorization Approval from the insurance company to receive treatment through a clinic or home health agency CCB…

Start a conversation

“You don’t need special toys or activities to encourage your child’s language. You can have conversations at the grocery store about what you need to…

Use your voice

“And your voice can also help with word meanings – such as making your voice rise upwards as you say the word “up”.” Hanen

Notice non-word talking

Any time an adult responds to a child’s message, either verbally or non-verbally, and the child responds back, an interaction has started. And it’s within…

Use your face and hands

“Gesturing with your hands and face (such as pointing, shrugging your shoulders, or frowning) helps young children understand the meaning of your words.” Hanen