Despite common perceptions, speech language pathologists (speech therapist) address a wide range of issues beyond articulation (how we produce sound) and language disorders. In the U.S., 3-16% of children and 5-10% of adults experience communication disorders that may benefit from speech therapy.
Speech-language therapy helps improve communication abilities in individuals facing challenges with articulation, language, cognitive skills, fluency, voice disorders, swallowing, and hearing impairments. Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) assess and treat a range of issues across all ages, from birth to geriatrics.
SLPs address disorders identified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), including:
1. Articulation disorders
2. Fluency disorders (e.g., stuttering)
3. Voice and resonance disorders
4. Language disorders
5. Hearing difficulties
6. Swallowing disorders (dysphagia)
7. Cognitive disorders (e.g., memory, attention)
8. Social communication difficulties (pragmatics)
9. Needs for alternative communication methods (AAC)
SLPs also work with clients who have traumatic brain injuries, strokes, aphasia, autism spectrum disorder, Parkinson’s disease, down syndrome, intellectual disabilities, developmental delays, and more.
Signs that may indicate the need for speech therapy include limited vocabulary, unclear speech, articulation errors, stuttering, comprehension issues, difficulties with expression, memory problems, and trouble with swallowing or eating certain foods.
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