Myths & Research

Have you heard statements like "Annie isn't advanced enough to use a high-tech device" or "It would be better to wait 6 months before trying a communication device with Mrs. Leman?" Use these resources to bust AAC myths! Also included is information about key research that informed the creation of Compass pagesets.

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Common Myths about the Use of AAC

AAC will Negatively Impact Speech Myth Learn the positive impact of AAC on Speech.
AAC will Fix All Communication Difficulties Myth AAC is wonderful but will not immediately make everything perfect.
No AAC if Some Speech Myth AAC can be appropriate for individuals who have some speech but are unable to express all of their wants, needs, and ideas.
No AAC if Communicating Basic Needs Myth Communication is about more than expressing basic needs!
Too Cognitively Impaired Myth There are no cognitive prerequisites to using AAC.
Too Young for AAC Myth Delaying the introduction of AAC can have many negative effects.
Too Soon for AAC after Stroke Myth There is a set time for introducing AAC after a neurological event, or is there?
Low-Tech before High-Tech Myth Find out whether research suggests a set order for using different kinds of AAC.
Only the Communication Device Myth Both the communication device and the equipment needed to successfully use it are medically necessary.