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Increase the communication efficacy among individuals having ALS, Down syndrome, Autism, as well as stroke, and apraxia among other illnesses which impair natural speech.

Technology has been improved to solve nearly all human shortcomings and bolster efficacy in communication, and movement, among other functions. The lack of a natural voice is one such problem that can be solved effectively through the deployment of Fluent ACC. The function of the Fluent ACC app is to increase the communication efficacy among individuals having ALS, Down syndrome, Autism, as well as stroke, and apraxia among other illnesses which impair natural speech. The app's operation process is simple since it only encompasses the interface containing pictures that guide the user. The user is only required to tap a picture that depicts the item, question, or issue desired. In addition, there are procedural tutorials comprising reliable information since industry leaders tailor them provided to the user upon downloading the app. App customization is also attainable, thus making it easy for the user to utilize it regardless of the complexity, or simplicity of the communication capabilities. The functionality of the Fluent ACC app renders it fit for placement under the Augmentative and Alternative Communication assistive technology. The modus operandi of this assistive technology encompasses gradual word revelation which causes it possible for users to conceptualize the new words, as well as their location hence helping in the development of complex communication skills. The word limit goes beyond 5,000 and additional fringe word vocabulary, and there is a provision of evaluation modalities to rate users' learning progress. Besides these, the incorporation of speech therapists in the app development renders it usable by individuals across all age groups. Various findings concerning the Fluent ACC app have been made, depicting its propensity to bolster communication by 100% among its users. Furthermore, the app has been found to have the potency to impact the user’s behaviour patterns positively and also help in the full development of complex communication capabilities.