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Tablet devices help kids with autism speak up

Speech-generating iPads show promise in helping nonverbal children communicate

COMPUTER CHAT  When given speech-generating iPads as part of language and play sessions, kids with autism displayed encouraging conversational advances in a new study.

Marina Mladenovich

By Bruce Bower

- More than 2 years ago

Withdrawn children with autism become surprisingly talkative after using chatty iPads as part of an experimental treatment program focused on play and language skills.