Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed

About Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed

I am an experienced Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teacher with a Master’s Degree in Special Education from Flinders University, Australia. I have 8 years of experience working with children with a wide range of special needs, including autism, ADHD, and learning disabilities.

Speech Sound Disorders

Speech sound disorders (SSDs) are a common developmental concern affecting children's ability to produce speech sounds correctly. This can manifest in various ways, impacting a child's communication and potentially causing frustration. This blog aims to provide a neutral [Read More]

Understanding Feeding and Swallowing Disorders: Causes, Signs, and Treatment

Feeding and swallowing disorders, sometimes referred to collectively as dysphagia (dis-FAY-juh), can impact people of all ages. These conditions affect the complex process of moving food and liquids from the mouth to the stomach. While swallowing may seem like [Read More]

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Voice disorders – Symptoms and causes

Your voice is a powerful tool for communication. It allows you to express yourself, connect with others, and navigate the world around you. But what happens when your voice doesn't function properly? Voice disorders can affect anyone, at any [Read More]

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Understanding Hearing Impediment: Causes, Effects, and Solutions

Hearing impediment, also known as hearing loss, is a spectrum of conditions that affect a person's ability to detect or process sound. It can range from mild, where quiet sounds are difficult to hear, to profound, where all sound [Read More]

What Is Aphasia

Aphasia is a communication disorder that disrupts a person's ability to process language. It can affect speaking, listening, reading, and writing. This condition arises due to damage in specific areas of the brain responsible for language function. Causes of [Read More]

What Is Apraxia

Apraxia is a neurological disorder that disrupts the connection between the brain's intention to perform an action and the body's ability to carry it out. This disconnect results in difficulty executing familiar tasks despite having the necessary physical capabilities [Read More]

Teaching Geometry to Students With Learning Disabilities

Geometry, the branch of mathematics concerned with spatial relationships and properties of shapes, can be a challenging subject for many students. For those with learning disabilities (LD), grasping abstract concepts and manipulating visual information can present additional hurdles. However, [Read More]

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Common ADHD Struggles and Tips to Overcome Them

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a prevalent neurodevelopmental condition that affects millions of children and adults worldwide. Often portrayed as simple restlessness, ADHD presents a unique set of challenges that can impact every aspect of life, from school [Read More]

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Sensory Seeking vs Sensory Sensitive

Our senses play a vital role in how we experience the world around us. They provide us with information about our environment, helping us interact and engage. However, for some individuals, sensory input can be either overly stimulating [Read More]

Common Challenges of Parenting an Autistic Child

One of the core features of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is difficulty with communication. Children on the spectrum may have trouble expressing their wants and needs verbally, leading to frustration for both parent and child. They may also struggle [Read More]