Dysarthria is a motor speech disorder that occurs when the muscles involved in speech production are weakened or impaired. The tongue, vocal folds (chords), and other surrounding muscles are involved which impacts the way a person speaks. This disorder results in slurred or slowed speech, or difficulties with the volume or pitch of their voice. […]
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Apraxia of speech, also known as verbal dyspraxia, is a neurological disorder that affects a person’s ability to speak fluently and produce the correct sounds, syllables, and words. It has to do with the parts of the brain responsible for planning and coordinating the movements needed to produce speech, such as the motor cortex and
An important aspect of a child’s communication development is the ability to engage in the back-and-forth exchange of information that occurs during a conversation. It’s an essential skill for children to develop, as it allows them to participate in social interactions, and effectively communicate their needs, thoughts, feelings, and ideas. This article helps to explain
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Improving your public speaking skills can be a valuable investment in your personal and professional life. Whether you are giving a presentation at work, giving a toast at a wedding, or speaking in front of a group for any other reason, the ability to speak clearly, confidently, and effectively can help you make a positive
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How can Speech Therapy help with ADHD? Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects a person’s ability to regulate their attention, impulse control, and activity level. Children with ADHD may have difficulty paying attention, following instructions, and controlling their behaviors, which can impact their academic, social, and overall daily functioning. ADHD is typically
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Arbutus Speech Therapy is excited to welcome Karen Hoang to our team! Karen received her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from University of British Columbia and her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Alberta. She is a registrant in good standing with the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of British Columbia (CSHBC). Karen has 7 years of
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As your child grows up, there are many stages of development to look forward to, like walking, talking, and when your child starts playing with other children. These stages of development come at different times for each child and happens as a natural progression of growth. As a parent, it can be hard to patiently
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You might have heard the term ‘Neurodiversity’ being used and wondered what it means. The word “neurodiversity” aims to capture the diverse neurological variations that make up the human population that includes a range of neurological conditions, developmental differences, and learning abilities. The term aims to advance the notion that neurological variations should be appreciated
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Arbutus Speech Therapy is excited to welcome Levy Stewart-Bernard to our team! Originally from Victoria, Levy is excited to be back in the province after receiving his Master of Health Science in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Toronto in 2021. Before that he was studying Music with a specialization in Vocal Performance from Briercrest College
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Children have A LOT to learn when starting to speak! Articulation, the sounds a child makes when speaking, is an important aspect of a child’s expressive communication that may require help from an expert. When a child struggles to produce speech sounds by a certain age, a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) can help them to improve
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