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Speech pathology is the study and treatment of speech, language, and swallowing disorders. These disorders can occur in people of all ages but are most common in children. Speech pathologists work with patients to help them improve their communication skills and swallowing abilities. If you or someone you know is struggling with a speech disorder, it is important to seek help from a professional speech pathologist. In this blog post, we will discuss what speech pathology is and what it involves. Speech pathology is a branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of communication disorders.
Where do speech pathologists practice?
The field of speech pathology includes the study of both normal and disordered speech. Speech pathologists work with patients who have difficulty producing or understanding speech. They also work with patients who have difficulty swallowing. Speech pathologists use a variety of techniques to help their patients improve their communication skills. These techniques may include:
- Providing therapy to help patients produce sounds correctly
- Helping patients learn how to use facial muscles for communication
- Teaching patients how to make better use of body language and gestures
- Helping patients understand and use alternative forms of communication, such as sign language or augmentative and alternative communication devices
If you or someone you know is struggling with a speech disorder, it is important to seek help from a professional speech pathologist. Speech pathology can help people of all ages improve their communication skills and quality of life.
Speech pathologists work across a range of health settings including hospitals, schools, community health centers, residential and aged care facilities, disability services, mental health facilities, juvenile justice centers, and, private clinics.
Services provided by government or not-for-profit organizations may be free of charge though there is often a waiting list for public services. Private services are provided by speech pathologists who may work in a sole practice or with other speech pathologists and in multidisciplinary practices.
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When should I see a speech pathologist?
There are many reasons why a person might benefit from seeing a speech pathologist. A formal referral is not generally required to see a speech pathologist. Some typical issues that may lead a person to see a speech pathologist include:
- A child that has difficulty being understood by other children in the child care center
- A high school student who stutters and wishes to speak more fluently and with confidence.
- A person experiencing difficulty speaking clearly after a brain injury
- A person with dementia who needs assistance communicating with family and carers and making choices about their future
- A person who is experiencing difficulties swallowing safely following a stroke.
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