Intro to Speech and Hearing Disorders: Chapter 6 exam study guide

Question-and-answer flashcards covering anatomy, physiology, vocal function, and common voice disorders.

What is Anatomy?

The study of body structure.

What is Physiology?

The study of body function.

What are the Vocal Folds?

Tissue bands in the larynx that vibrate to produce sound.

What is the Larynx?

An organ in the neck containing the vocal folds; it produces voice and protects the airway.

What is vocal fold Abduction?

The vocal folds opening apart, allowing breathing.

What is vocal fold Adduction?

The vocal folds coming together, enabling phonation (voicing).

How is Frequency perceived in voice?

As pitch.

How is Loudness perceived in voice?

As volume or intensity.

Name three common causes of voice disorders.

Misuse/phonotrauma, neurological conditions, and structural issues.

What is phonotrauma?

Damage to the vocal folds due to vocal misuse or overuse.

Identify two voice disorders caused by misuse or phonotrauma.

Vocal nodules and vocal polyps.

Identify two neurological voice disorders.

Vocal fold paralysis and spasmodic dysphonia.

What are functional voice disorders?

Voice disorders without structural or neurological abnormalities, typically caused by improper vocal technique or psychological factors.

Define Resonance disorders.

Disorders involving abnormal nasal or oral airflow during speech, affecting voice quality.

What is Aphonia?

The loss or absence of voice.

What is the common treatment for laryngeal cancer?

Surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, or a combination of these.

What is Gender-Affirming Voice Therapy?

Therapy designed to help individuals align their voice with their gender identity.