Cluttering, Dysarthria and Geriatrics

Catalog description

This course will cover the neuroanatomy and physiology of speech production and how they relate to individuals with cluttering, dysarthria, and other communication disorders in the geriatric population. The theoretical foundation will be supplemented with clinical practice for the evidence-based diagnosis and treatment of these, using audio and video samples. Additionally, this course will examine advocacy for inclusion and equitable services in the assessment and treatment of clients with the above-mentioned disorders who are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Special attention to the impact of cluttering on the educational process in school-age children and how to address academic, communication, and social issues for this population will be discussed.