Speech And Language Disorders

Question: thesis about speech and language disorders? i need to make a thesis about Special Education, and i want it to be about the Speech and Language Disorders. can you give me some ideas on where will i focus so that i can arrive on a specific topic?your help will be highly appreciated...thanks so much!

Answer: teh diagnosis of APraxia is controversial in preschool children

Question: Best undergraduate school in midwest for speech language pathology or communication sciences and disorders? What schools are best for the undergraduate degree in speech-language pathology or communication sciences and disorders. I know to be a speech-language pathologist requires a master's degree, but I have to get that bachelor's degree first. Programs in Michigan/Ohio/Indiana are my first choice, but they have to be good problems. THANKS!

Answer: You might start by looking up whether there is a professional or national certifying body (Like the National Registry for EMT's or the AMA) and see if they have recommended or accredited schools. Alternately, consider where/by whom you might want to be employed and contact people in your ideal profession to ask suggestions of them. Most of them network and/or hire inside their industry and there might be preferred schools...

Question: Does anyone know anything about speech/language disorders/disability? After many visits to different pediatric neurologists, my son (2.8 years old) was diagnosed with a speech and language disorder. His receptive and expressive language can be challenging for him. It is also very hard for him to play or engage with children his own age. It is so disheartening to learn that your child has hit or pushed another child on a daily basis. He is receiving services through early intervention and is about to transition in CPSE. My husband and I were told informally that he was autistic, but after seeking many opinions it turns out that he's not. I know it's hard to predict the future, but I just want to know if things will improve. I've taken all the right steps I can take and considering that I work full-time it just makes it harder. Help!

Answer: I am a 1st grade teacher and have my certification in early childhood and elementary education. As you say, it is hard to predict the future, but from what I have seen, yes. Most children improve drastically with early intervention (that is catching the disorder early and seeing specialists, therapists, etc.). One of my former students was born with a cleft palate, obviously making speaking very difficult. I honestly didn't know until his parents told me. There was no scar and he was in line with average speech development. The large majority of children do get better. This is nothing to be ashamed of and not to be taken personally. You did nothing wrong...in fact you are doing everything right by helping him now. Its just a sad part of life that this happens to some children, and for some reason your son is one of them. I am just telling you this because in my experience many parents feel learning, speech, physical, and major disabilities are their fault...that they could have done something different and prevented it. Chances are you could not have changed this...don't feel guilty. Since he is so young he most likely will improve, and improve more rapidly than if you had waited. You need to have good (if not great) communication with the person caring for your son while you are at work. Tell them everything you possibly can and get any and all information about what he does while in their care. I know you feel guilty about working, but being with other children may actually help him begin to speak more. Young children often talk to one another much more than they talk to adults (just like teenagers). You are doing everything right. Chances are, everything will work out perfectly fine. Keep being the wonderful caring mother you are.

Question: Speech and Language Disorders and Mild Mental Retardation.....? Can you all help me think of some interventions that may be used for a students with a speech and language disorder and mild mental retardation. Interventions for these issues and some for academics self help for that child. Thanks

Answer: You should ask your Speech/Language Pathologist (SLP), your school psychologist and your special education teacher. They should have intervention ideas for your particular student.

Question: Do you have to major in Communication Disorders to be a Speech Pathologist? I currently have an interest in becoming a Speech Pathologist. But I don't see too many schools that offer undergrad degrees for it. Do you have to major in Communications Disorders or Speech-Language Pathology/Audiology to become one? 'd like to major in Psychology, can that work? How many more years would I have to be in grad school for Speech Pathology?

Answer: A lot of schools offer masters degrees in speech pathology. You could pursue a bachelors in psychology and then a masters in speech pathology/communication disorders. Grad school would take an extra year or two.

Question: Is there a specific color awareness ribbon for speech or language disorders? Just wondering

Answer: I haven't seen one yet. The site below has a ton of different ribbons available, as well as ones you can personalize...perhaps there is something there, and if nto you can always make one!

Question: categorising speech and language problems? I have been set an essay titled from uni: 'Describe and compare two ways of categorising speech and language problems in children and adults'. Im a little stuck and confused. My plan is to say that one category is for speech disorders and the other for language disorders and than provide some examples under each. Does any one suggest another way I could approach this question? Any thoughts would be appreciated and some further guidance

Answer: to me speech disorders and language disorders are the same thing Why not do - ''delayed speech'',with it's many causes and effects, or maybe 'English not first language'

Question: Is a speech-language pathologist a doctor or a specialist? or is it the same thing? Correct me if I'm wrong. "A speech-language pathologist is a doctor who specializes in speech disorders." I'm writing a research paper on this career and i'm a little confused because i've always thought they were doctors, but now i'm also thinking they are simply specialists. so, i think they may be the same thing.

Answer: Many speech pathologists get a doctorate (Ph.D., Psych D., or Ed.D.), but we are not physicians (we are in the group known as "allied health professionals"). The profession is dedicated to the evaluation and treatment of speech, language, cognitive, voice, and swallowing disorders. Speech pathologists are required to have at least a master's degree and a year-long post-grad fellowship. The same goes for audiologists (hearing science). See asha.com for more info.

Question: what is the difference between a language disorder and a speech and language disorder? can any one help explain the difference to me - thanks

Answer: A speech disorder usually indicates an intelligibility issue - the person has a difficult time producing certain sounds, so it is difficult to understand what he says. A language disorder means that a person has a difficult time either understanding what is being said (receptive language) or communicating his own thoughts and needs (expressive language.) A person can have good articulation (pronouncing words correctly) but poor language (inability to put words together to express himself, or to comprehend what is being said to him) Speech and language disorders may occur separately, or an individual may have both speech and language disorders.

Question: How can a child with a speech and language disorder behave in preschool setting.?

Answer: All children deserve the same opportunities, and all schools should make adaptations in order for each of it's students to grow and learn and develop. A child with speech and language challenges is a perfect candidate for preschool. If you qualify for Head Start, you can begin obtaining speech and language services immediately through the school system in your area. Otherwise, you'll get them when the child attends kindertgarten. If you don't qualify, just hand-select your child's private preschool. Talk a LOT with the owner/director, and find out what they do for children with speech and language limitations. Good luck.

Question: Why is Speech-Language Pathology a good career? I am currently going to college and majoring in Communication Disorders and Sciences for Speech-Language Pathology. I have heard great things about this career and am just curious from anyone's experience what are the benefits? What makes it a good career choice?

Answer: I can answer your question but I must tell you I am not a Speech Language Pathologist myself. I have though done tons and I mean tons of research, talked to those in the field and retired from the field itself. Speech language pathology is a dynamic field with tons of opportunities to advance and many directions to take. Its a good career because it is a needed career, children with language disorders depend on SLPs to for therapy. It is a good career because of the high demand, growth potential and reasonably good pay. It is a good career because as one such former SLP told me, its a field where you will never get bored and this person bored easily. It is a good career because you have steady work schedule(daytime hours) which means no nights or weekends, though this can change it is not common. It is a good career because you have your choice of work environments(hospitals, schools, home health, travel agencies, clinics) and you have the option of opening your own practice. It is a field I am considering myself and I think it is an excellent choice!

Question: Relocating: about to graduate with a master degree in Speech and Language Pathology and Swallowing Disorders? I am about to graduate with a master degree in Speech and Language Pathology and Swallowing Disorders. I live currently reside in Lake Mary, Florida. I am looking to move to a family oriented city or town, good school, etc, even if it has to be overseas. I was considering Spain as an option if overseas. Does anybody knows anything about cost of living in Spain and/or details about places, or if you have another place that you can recommend? Any suggestions? I am bilingual (spanish)

Answer: Hasn't anyone mentioned to you that completing a CFY is a requirement for licensure and ASHA certification ("CCC")? Finish that before moving anywhere!

Question: What do you study in college to become a speech language pathologist? I am going to change my major to become a speech pathologist, and I was wondering if you learn the techniques used to treat people with speech problems, swallowing disorders... etc. How do you retain all that information and apply it in your career? I am afraid I will get a job as a speech pathologist and not be able to help the patient.

Answer: You major in Speech Pathology. My roommates freshman year were both majors, although they mostly were in college to find their husbands.

Question: What can I do with a Bachelor's in Speech Pathology? Everywhere I look, I need to have a Master's degree and Clinical Competency to get a speech therapy job. What kinds of jobs can I get with only a Bachelor's degree in Communicative Disorders (Speech-Language Pathology)? I also have a Bachelor's degree in English.

Answer: If your state has a licensing category of "licensed speech pathology assistant", you may want to pursue that while you work on your master's. Check back with your department of communicative disorders or the state bureau of consumer affairs (speech pathology and audiology board) for how to go about pursuing a license. Other than the above, you're out of luck, I'm afraid.

Question: Speech language pathology/communication sciences and disorders majors or professionals, any input? I'm currently a political science major going for pre law, but it is really not my cup of tea and I'm rethinking my academic goals. I am a junior and I know it's kind of late to be switching majors but I am really unhappy. I was originally biology and did well in biology classes but I was struggling with chemistry. I really am interested in pursuing something semi-medical/science realted. I loved psychology in high school and my intro to psych class in college. I'm just wondering what your classes are like, what labs are like (I realize it differs from school to school), etc etc. What interests you about the major and if there are any drawbacks? I'm desperate to find something I'm passionate about and this field really interests me. I can't start doing research/internships until I have completed some basic classes so I want to get a feel for what I am up against if I switch my major in the spring.

Answer: Right up until a few minutes ago, I was talking about the same thing with some friends. When, however, come into play the contrast between scientific, physically documented, and the value of thought, it is difficult to find a universally accepted answer. I think your question reflects the characteristics of encouraging a discussion rather than a solution. Best wishes and success in life

Question: HELP - Speech or language disorder!? I've been looking through my past writing trying to get inspiration, and I've found that I've always had this problem with my thoughts derailing from the intent of the passage half-way through it, often taking an entirely new direction at around the 4th or 5th paragraph. I also have a problem with speaking, and I often know what I want to say but how to say it doesn't come to me. It's almost like there's a barrier between my thought process and my speech. I've been called retarded (and thought that was true at times), and I have been socially rejected for a while now. I'm a loner in college, and I can't pass a job interview because I can't think of what to say under pressure. I don't know if this is important, but when I'm very stressed out or fatigued, I sometimes lose the ability to speak at all and just sit there with no idea how to express my thoughts - a trapped feeling of sorts. I don't have autism, an auditory processing disorder, a problem with my respiratory tract, brain damage, or anything else that is normally identified by a doctor. If I have a language disorder, will it be with me for the rest of my life?

Answer: when you are writing paragraphs and your opinion changes that happens to me all the time! i hate it but just remember why you stuck with your first thought or you just may be contradicting which is how i am .. If you have a problem speaking you may be dyslexic which many people have.. if you get nervous talking practice in the mirror or record your self having a conversation (i know sounds lame!) and listen to it and see what you can improve.. wish you all the best

Question: if someone has both speech & language disorder they likely to understand text written out though? like in a book or on a computer? well i guess i was wondering if it could be due to a mental health issue as well as a seperate condition that could have caused it but i guess that's the wrong idea unless possible too and yeah, you've pretty much answered my question anyhow lol thanks, you're already gettin B.A. xD Ah after checking the wiki link I understand a bit more hm, never mind the additional details i added, i get it, thanks :]

Answer: Your question doesn't really make sense :S But I understand to it to be: if someone has a speech and language disorder, are they likely to understand written text even if they do not understand speech? Well, it really depends on the type of language disorder (aphasia) they have, and where the damage lies. Consider it logically - if there is damage to the link between ear and brain, then the patient will have trouble comprehending speech, yet understand written. If there is damage to the areas of the brain that process language input in general (e.g. Wernicke's area) both written and spoken language is intelligible. Fluent aphasia is an example of the the latter. (By the way, the fact that they have a speech disorder is irrelevant to whether they can understand language, as, for example, with a non-fluent aphasia (e.g. Broca's aphasia) a patient can understand speech perfectly yet have great difficulty in producing it, as there are two separate areas of the brain responsible for language comprehension and language production, respectively.) It doesn't seem like you have a language disorder if you wrote the question and understood my answer...what's the problem?

Question: Which SUNY school has a great Speech-Language Pathology (Communication Disorder) graduate program? I just got my bachelors in the city and thinking about going away to pursue my graduate studies. Which school (that has grad level speech) has a great campus? With places or nice towns to visit nearby? Basically, an active student life, where there's ALWAYS something going on? Hope I'm not asking for too much!!!! LOL!!!

Answer: Have you thought of SUNY At Plattsburg? It's got a good program and the campus is very nice. :)

Question: What Associates Degree should I get before entering a Communication Disorders bachelor's program? I am going to complete my general education at a two year college before transferring to a university for a bachelor's (and later master's) degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders (specifically speech-language pathology). What associates degree might be helpful? I was possibly considering psychology or child development. If it makes any difference, I wish to work in a school as a speech pathologist.

Answer: I think that linguistics or special education would be helpful.

Question: I am trying to come up with a clever personal email address for a speech pathologist. Any ideas? FYI: Speech and language pathology: study of speech, language and voice disorders for purposes of diagnosis and treatment. Speech-Language Pathologist: an individual with a degree or certification in speech and language pathology who is qualified to diagnoses speech, language and voice disorders to prescribe and implement therapeutic measures.

Answer: How about Talkofthe town.??? Your profession rocks - I wish you every success.