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Functional Speech Disorder

Exploring Functional Speech: Examples, Disorders, and Distinctions The term “functional speech” refers to the ability to communicate effectively, navigate daily...

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Unlocking Palilalia: Understanding Symptoms, Causes, and Examples

What is Palilalia? Palilalia is a speech disorder characterized by the repetition of words or phrases, often involuntarily and delayed,...

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Fluent Speech: Strategies to Address Disfluency and Vocal Challenges

Communication is essential for human interaction and connection, yet for many, fluency in speech can be difficult to achieve. Speech...

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Why is Repetition Important in Therapy?

Repetition may seem like a simple concept, but it holds significant significance in the world of speech therapy. From mastering...

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How to Slow Down Speech

Have you ever been told that you talk too fast or been asked to slow down your fast speech? In...

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How Does Breathing Affect Speaking?

Breathing is a fundamental part of life as it provides our bodies with oxygen, rids us of waste such as...

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Can ADHD Cause Speech Apraxia?

Navigating the complicated landscape of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can highlight not only difficulties with focus and impulse control but...

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How Loneliness and Self-Isolation Impact Speech and Communication

In a world that is increasingly interconnected through technology, the effects of loneliness and isolation loom larger than ever. Extended...

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What Causes Adult Mumbling?

Most of us have been told at one time or another to “stop mumbling!” when we were speaking. The truth...

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Speech Therapy for Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral Palsy refers to a group of disorders that affect the ability to move and maintain posture and balance. It...

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How Can I Reduce My Accent to Sound Like a Native English Speaker?

For many Americans, English is their second language. This means that they may have an accent when speaking English. Accents...

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Understanding Fluency Shaping Techniques in Speech Therapy

Fluency shaping is a method of speech therapy treatment that aims to improve the speech of those who struggle with...

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