Bridges To Tomorrow Speech Pathology

Little girl struggles to read the word 'who' and still just can't

Why LGBTQ inclusive language matters—and how to use it

We have been socialized that a man looks or sounds a certain way, as does a woman, and the brain readily interprets whether the person is male or female. A certain brain retraining has to happen when you see a transgender person.

7 Ways to Break Bad Public Speaking Habits

Once you're aware of bad habits, you can take steps to break them. Small changes make a big difference in how people perceive you.

Taking Linguistics to the Public: An Outreach Guide

Linguistic Society of AmericaPortions of this guide were adapted, with permission, from Language Science for Everyone . This guide may also be downloaded in a printer-friendly PDF version (updated May 2016)In recent years, LSA members and their linguistic colleagues have become more active in efforts to engage the public in learning about linguistics and its broader value to society. Linguists are organizing and participating…

Why humans struggled to make 'f' and 'v' sounds until farming came along

Love to drop F-bombs? Thank the shift to agriculture.

What Are the Different Types of Speech Disorders?

There are many different types of speech disorders, including those that have physical causes, those that have psychological...

Speech language pathology is more than just words

HARRIS S. HARRELL I once saw a sign that said, “Without Speech-Language Pathologists, Halloween would forever be a night of Twick-ow-Tweating.” While this statement is true, because we do work on the /r/ sound with children, that is not all speech-language pathologists or SLPs are capable of, though that is what we are most known …

10 Awesome Reasons Why Being a Speech Pathologist Rocks!

Back when I was in college and stumbled across the field of speech pathology, all I really knew was that I wanted to help kids communicate better. I had no idea that day when I changed from Liberal Studies to Speech Pathology and Audiology just how AWESOME the field really is. After almost 9 years... View Article

Five Familiar Games for Sneaky Speech Therapy

The word games you're playing with your child already help strengthen speech skills. Here's how to tweak them for impromptu speech therapy.

What’s the difference between physical, occupational or speech therapy?

What is physical, occupational and speech therapy?

10 Qualities that Every Speech Language Pathologist Should Have

Being a speech language pathologist for the past fifteen years has been a rewarding career for me. I have learned so much already, but continue to learn every day from my clients, students, and people around me. As a speech language pathologist, I am proud to be able to help my clients communicate more effectively... View Article

Voice recognition: Informatics experts give their view

How much of an effect do voice recognition programs have on radiologists' efficiency? How can the technology be improved? The jury is still out on these systems, it seems, and some health IT specialists remain convinced there is significant room for improvement.

How Speech Therapy Can Help Post-Concussion Syndrome Patients

Learn which symptoms can be treated with speech therapy, why concussions cause language changes, and what you can do at home to keep improving.

Walla Walla speech clinic's therapy helps children communicate

“Our daughter was diagnosed with a speech disorder a few years ago and needs consistent professional help,” a mother said.

Speech Language Therapy Can Help You Find Your Voice

If you or someone you love has any difficulty with speech, language, or swallowing, speech language therapy can help you find your voice.

Oral Motor and Speech Therapy for Children

Epic Health Services shares how oral motor and speech therapy for children can benefit you and your family!

Speech Therapy Ideas for Preschoolers

Photo by Flickr One of the joys of having a blog is that I hear from people literally all around the world. Some are parents seeking advice for their children who have speech and language delays, s…