Speech-Language Pathology Practice Flashcards

Flashcards covering key concepts and terms related to Speech-Language Pathology as outlined in the lecture notes.

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

A professional who assesses and treats communication and swallowing disorders.

Aphasia

A language disorder that affects a person's ability to communicate.

Dysarthria

A motor speech disorder resulting from neurological injury causing difficulty in articulating speech.

Stuttering

A fluency disorder characterized by disruptions in the flow of speech.

AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication)

Methods of communication that supplement or replace speech for individuals with speech or language impairments.

Hypernasality

Excessive nasal resonance in speech that occurs when there is improper closure of the velopharyngeal port.

Meta-cognitive strategy training

Techniques aimed at improving self-awareness and regulation of cognitive processes.

Feeding and Swallowing

The process of preparing and consuming food, which can involve complex physiological functions.

Early Intervention (EI)

A system of services that helps infants and toddlers with developmental delays.

Cleft Palate

A congenital split in the roof of the mouth that can affect feeding, speech, and hearing.

Prosody

The rhythm, stress, and intonation of speech.

Vegetative function of the larynx

The larynx's primary role in protecting the airway during swallowing.

Neologism

The creation of a new word or expression, often seen in individuals with aphasia.

Circumlocution

Describing an object or concept when the specific word is not available.

IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act)

Legislation ensuring services to children with disabilities including education in the least restrictive environment.

Language Representation Methods (LRMs)

Strategies used in AAC to represent language, such as alphabet-based methods and pictorial symbols.

Nodules

Growths on the vocal folds often resulting from vocal misuse or overuse, causing voice disorders.

Memory

The cognitive process of encoding, storing, and retrieving information.

Attention

The ability to focus selectively on specific information while ignoring distractions.

Voice Handicap Index (VHI)

A tool used to measure the impact of voice problems on an individual’s quality of life.