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Speech/Language Pathologist is a professional, with a masters degree in Speech/Language Pathology or beyond, who evaluates, diagnoses,
and provides treatment for children and adults with Speech/Language
Disorders and/or Delays.
Areas of Speech/Language that are addressed include:
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Articulation: How speech sounds are produced.
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Phonology: How sounds are organized into classes and the rules/patterns that govern production.
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Receptive Language: How we comprehend
language and language concepts in a variety of areas: semantics
(vocabulary), syntax (grammar), pragmatics (social skills), and
morphology (word order). Listening and Auditory Processing (how
language is processed auditorally) is also included in Receptive
Language (example: following multi-step directions).
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Expressive Language: How we use language
to express ideas, feelings, and needs in a variety of areas: semantics
(vocabulary), syntax (grammar), pragmatics (social skills), and
morphology (word order).
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Fluency: How fluently, or smoothly, we speak.
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Voice: How we use our voice and maintain a healthy vocal hygiene program. (click link)
For additional information, visit the
American Speech/Language/Hearing Association (ASHA):