Speech problems
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Speech problems are common in young children but some speech troubles can indicate a speech or development delay. Find out when to seek further advice.
Read more on Pregnancy, Birth & Baby website
Talking is something most of us take for granted
Read more on Women's and Children's Health Network website
Stuttering is a common speech problem that makes it hard for children to speak smoothly. If you notice your child has a stutter, see a speech pathologist.
Read more on raisingchildren.net.au website
If you work in a contact centre or as a receptionist, you may occasionally receive calls from your customers through the National Relay Service (NRS). The NRS is an Australian Government initiative that enables people who are deaf or have a hearing or speech impediment to make phone calls in the same way as anyone else. People use the NRS when they need to talk to a hearing person who is using a phone. This includes contacting organisations like yours to do business over the phone. A call through the NRS is known as a relay call.
Read more on National Relay Service website
Communication disorders and impairments include speech disorders, language disorders, stuttering and voice problems. Speech pathologists can often help.
Read more on raisingchildren.net.au website
If you have difficulty hearing or speaking to people who use a phone, the National Relay Service (NRS) can help.
Read more on National Relay Service website
All the numbers and access points for making a relay call.
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Speech pathologists are university trained professionals who work with people of all ages to diagnose, manage and treat communication and swallowing problems.
Read more on WA Health website
About one third of stroke survivors have trouble with speech and language. Find out about common difficulties including aphasia
Read more on Stroke Foundation website
Children who stutter should see a speech pathologist, preferably before they start school.
Read more on Better Health Channel website
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Aphasia is the most common language disorder post-stroke, affecting one-third of all patients diagnosed with stroke. When a patient experiences speech difficulty, word-finding difficulty, or speaks with made-up or inappropriate language, they are likely to be experiencing aphasia.
Read more on Ausmed Education website
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