aided communication
[ˈeɪdɪd kəˌmjuːnɪˈkeɪʃən]
nounpl: aided communications
comunicação assistida
1. A form of communication that uses external tools, devices, or systems to help individuals express themselves, typically used by people with speech or language disorders
The child uses aided communication with a speech-generating device to express her needs.
A criança usa comunicação assistida com um dispositivo gerador de fala para expressar suas necessidades.
2. Any communication method that relies on assistive technology, visual aids, or alternative modalities beyond natural speech
Aided communication strategies include picture boards, sign language interpreters, and text-to-speech software.
Estratégias de comunicação assistida incluem pranchas de imagens, intérpretes de linguagem de sinais e software de conversão de texto em fala.
In Brazil, aided communication is increasingly recognized in special education and speech-language pathology sectors. The term is particularly relevant in inclusive education policies and is used in clinical settings to describe interventions for individuals with cerebral palsy, autism spectrum disorder, and other communication disorders. In the USA, this is a well-established term in special education law and therapeutic practice, often paired with the acronym AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication).
Related Idioms & Phrases
break down communication barriers
find a voice through technology
bridge the communication gap
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