The Miraculous Journey of Chase: Overcoming Non-Verbal Autism

🌟Chase's parents try one last therapy after being told it might be too late for him to learn.

🧩Experts identify that Chase not only has autism but also severe apraxia, a condition that affects his ability to speak.

🤝Chase's therapy includes sign language and tools to help improve his motor ability to produce sounds.

🗣️Chase progresses from being non-verbal to being able to talk in sentences.

❤️Chase's journey inspires other parents of non-verbal children, showing them the potential for change through therapy.

What is severe apraxia?

—Severe apraxia is a condition where the brain is unable to organize the words, resulting in difficulty speaking.

How did Chase learn to communicate?

—Chase learned to communicate through sign language and the use of tools to improve his motor ability to produce sounds.

What therapies did Chase undergo?

—Chase underwent sign language therapy and treatments for his apraxia.

What progress did Chase make?

—Chase went from being non-verbal to being able to talk in sentences.

What message does Chase's journey convey?

—Chase's journey shows that a change in therapy can make a significant difference for non-verbal children.

00:00April is Autism Awareness Month and this video introduces Chase, a non-verbal boy with autism.

00:19Chase learns to communicate through technology and therapy.

00:58Experts identify Chase's severe apraxia as the reason behind his communication challenges.

01:39Chase undergoes sign language therapy and treatments for his apraxia.

01:52Chase begins to imitate sounds and shows progress in his communication abilities.

02:01Chase's parents share their joy and describe his progress as a miracle.

02:32Chase's journey inspires positivity and hope for other families facing similar challenges.

03:02The video concludes with the encouragement to stay positive and embrace the miraculous progress.