The use of term 'voice' is variable with the context. Voice can be described as the right to opinion or a right to speak. The other case is that of the human voice. It is a major part of human communication. The human sound system produces voice for talking, singing, screaming, laughing and crying. It … Continue reading Voice Disorders
Category: Disorders
Know Stuttering
At some point in our lives, we have all had disruptions in our speech. Moments of stammering are common for everyone, but, when many disfluencies are occurring in speech, it is called stuttering. It can change from day to day and have differences in terms of severity and frequency. It is also different for every … Continue reading Know Stuttering
‘Hearing Loss’ – not just the loss of hearing ability
Hearing is an important part of healthy living. The ability to hear contributes greatly to our physical and emotional well-being. When there is any partial or total inability to hear, it is called hearing impairment or hearing loss. It is a hidden disability or disorder that has a detrimental effect on the quality of life … Continue reading ‘Hearing Loss’ – not just the loss of hearing ability
“My child has not started talking” – A Language Delay or Developmental Language Disorder?
Language is one of the central skills facilitating child development. By definition, language is "the … Continue reading “My child has not started talking” – A Language Delay or Developmental Language Disorder?
Communication and communication disorders
Most of you might have come across terms like ‘communication disorder’ or may know someone … Continue reading Communication and communication disorders