Muttiah, N.Seneviratne, A.Drager, K.D.R.Panterliyon, N.A.2022-11-082022-11-082022Augmentative and Alternative Communication.2022;38(3):173-183. [Epub 2022 Oct 26]0743-4618http://repository.kln.ac.lk/handle/123456789/25578indexed in MEDLINE.Parental support is an important part of introducing an augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) system to a child. Professionals providing AAC services to children with complex communication needs should practice family-centered service provision. The aim of this study was to explore Sri Lankan parents' perspectives on AAC and their lived experiences. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 10 parents of children with complex communication needs. Thematic analysis was used to analyze the findings, with the following themes identified: (a) External Systems, (b) Impact on the Family, (c) Impact on the Child, and (d) Communication (including AAC). Findings from this study provide important information for speech-language therapists providing services to families from low- and middle-income countries. In particular, parents reported several positive aspects of AAC. However, parents also reported challenges, including speech-language therapist's lack of knowledge of and training in AAC.enAugmentative and alternative communicationlow- and middle-income countriesparents’ perspectives.Article