DESIGN OF A TOY SET AS SPEECH THERAPY TOOL FOR SPEECH DISORDERS IN TODDLERS AGED 1-4 YEARS AS OROMOTOR STIMULATION.

• Main Author: Imam Mahdi Pranata, Naufal
• Format: Final Project
• Language: Indonesia
• Online Access: https://digilib.itb.ac.id/gdl/view/80253
• Institution: Institut Teknologi Bandung

Dysarthria is one of the derivatives of speech disorders caused by weakness or damage to the muscles used for speech. Individuals with Dysarthria find it difficult to form and articulate words they want to convey because this speech impediment affects the oromotor area, disrupting the movement of the tongue, cheeks, jaw, and muscles around the mouth. For those with traumatic brain injuries, there is a 10% - 65% chance of developing Dysarthria. In children, Dysarthria typically occurs due to brain damage either after birth or as a result of genetic factors before birth. This condition can hinder the development of children aged 1-4 years, a stage that includes Cooperative Play, where they tend to socialize and play with their peers.The objective of this research is to assist children with Dysarthria in improving the formation and pronunciation of words and sentences, facilitating their socialization with the surrounding environment. It becomes even more challenging if the condition persists into adulthood, making it difficult for these grown-up children to communicate, hindering their ability to catch up and connect with others. The methodology employed in this research is Qualitative Method, focusing on gathering data from the experiences of therapists and neurology experts dealing with speech disorders in children. At the end of this study, a prototype of a toy or device for toddlers or children will be developed, capable of vibrating and providing feedback to aid in the articulation of the child's mouth and surrounding muscles.