Developing effective communication skills is like learning to play an instrument. You need to master the notes (vocabulary and grammar), but the melody (the accent) is what makes the tune recognizable and pleasant to the ear. A clear and confident accent can significantly enhance your ability to express yourself and be understood by others. As […]
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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
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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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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Do you have a family member who is unable to communicate their needs verbally? If so, you might have heard the term AAC or Augmentative and Alternative Communication. AAC is a combination of systems and strategies that replace or supplement speech. In this guide, we will be discussing some of the most common questions about
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Professional communication services are for working professionals who have specific goals related to their communication at work, such as presentation skills, running meetings, negotiating, and interviewing skills. Read on to find out more about Professional Communication. #1 – Employers value Communication in new hires above almost anything else According to a GMAC Corporate Recruiters Survey
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What is accent modification? Accent modification services are for individuals who want to modify their accents to sound more similar to the local accent. The reasons people have to change their accents range from personal to professional, but are generally for the purpose of being better understood when speaking. Accent Modification is sometimes referred to
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