Speech-Language Pathologist

[speechpathification]

What could be better than being paid to be a do-gooder! I am interested in speech pathology because I genuinely want to help others and I believe that this career field is a venue by which I can make the world a kinder and more just place.

[pampletin64]

What is the social impact in children with speech and language disorder? what strategies can you use to include them in society?

[OtterAquafina]

@pampletin64 It depends. Some children with speech and language disorders are looked down upon by their family and peers, and some children with speech and language disorders have a great support system all around. Generally though, children with a speech and language disorders at some point or another were teased in schools, misunderstood, etc. However, as someone who is in the process of obtaining a masters in this field, My advice is to treat them like you treat your friend, & that is how.

[OtterAquafina]

@pampletin64 you can include them in society. Children and adults with speech and language disorders want acceptance in society (, remember that speech/language disorders AREN'T always associated with the cognitive intellect of an individual). All and all, the best way to include them as stated before is to treat them like a Pablo Picasso, a friend, and like your neighbor that bakes the best cookies ever. Show them compassion and support and many will feel included =). But ALWAYS be receptive!

[ameronii]

i'm a 17 year old and i'm going to ithaca college in ny for SLP. as soon as heard about it, it sounded perfect. I'm so excited to start and help out.

[zachmasterzach]

2:12- Of COURSE it's a career that demands patients. Who else are you going to treat?

[iamawesum]

@zachmasterzach She said patience as in you have to have a lot of compassion for others because it is a hard and overwhelming job, with all the patients different needs.

[zachmasterzach]

@iamawesum are you slow, or just humorless?

[iamawesum]

@zachmasterzach No, I am not humorless or slow. This is going to be my future job and I take it completely seriously.

[zachmasterzach]

@iamawesum hey, I'm not knocking speech pathology at all! I considered it as a career but I'm going into audiology. I would either job would be hard to keep at without a sense of humor though.

[freethinker923]

@cohpa What do you think are the most important qualities of a SLP?

[kslifer1066]

hello i have a question i have a speech disorder i cant pronouce my r's i am 20 yrs. old is it still to late tofix it and if not where can i go to find a speech pathologist

[KMELIZ21]

universities usually have clinics...

[kelltal]

It's not too late. If you are int eh U.S., you should contact ASHA - the American Speech and hearing Association.

[sociopathpsych]

try moving your mouth. i'm not being a smart-ass but stand in front of the mirror and practice talking and see how your mouth moves. "the driver of the car ran into the red bar on richmond street in Reedville Road." or something like that. also try yelling. sometimes when you scream your speech problems go away. try yelling in private and see if it happens.

[Koyko200]

no one's too old. Look around your town for an adult SLP. Many people will accept adults in hospitals, mental health, and more. Try to find one.

[Ddubb925]

it's not too late to fix it

[MissLiz13]

@kslifer1066 hi, it's not too late to fix. you'll be shown the correct way to produce the /r/ sound, along with strategies and activities to help you. you can search for a private speech pathologist, or if you have insurance, you can find one through that.

[someone123o1]

I have a stutter and will be attending graduate school soon for Speech-Language Pathology. I plan to devote my life to researching speech disorders and helping other people. This was a nice video! :)

[KMELIZ21]

me too!!

[musicgirl999]

my mom had speech therapy when she was younger because she had a lisp.

I had to have it 1st through 12th grade, but in high school like in my freshman and sophomore year, the speech therapist offered to have me exited out, but i decided against it. I know in elementary school they would ask the parents, and of course, knowing my Dad, he would say no.

[lalikasra]

by the way, thanks for sharing this wonderful video, whoever posted it!! :) :D

[lalikasra]

I am an undergrad studying Comm. Disor's, & this field absolutely amazes me. I would love to learn more esp. on the diff. environments/locations SLP's can practice. I initially thought about going into private practice,but now I don't know whether I should consider more hospital/clinic settings or even school settings.If there are any SLP's out there that could give me any valuable info. or their own personal insight into this field,perhaps thru email,it would be really greatly appreciated!! :)

[party2hearty]

Hi, Jennifer Oelfke, greetings from Germany.

The name Oelfke, name of farmers from the "Hohe Heidmark" of the administrative district Soltau-Fallingbostel in Lower-Saxony, Germany traces back to Ol, Oel=Adel (nobility), Od=Besitz (property), like Oleff, Oloff, Odulleib, that's the one who has the life in sense of "being inheritor", simply expressed that's the one who owns the inheritance of farmer. (Wikipedia)