Dysphagia is a condition which many speech therapists encounter, that involves difficulty with swallowing. It might be surprising, but when you consider that much of the same physiology for swallowing food/water is also involved in speaking, this makes SLPs great professionals to have on the team to address it.
Read MoreWe have been hard at work writing four online courses that will appear on our website within the next coming weeks! The four courses will cover the topics of assertive communication, women’s communication, leadership communication, and communication wellness. Read more about the courses, then sign up now to get updates and to be notified of when the courses are launched.
Read MoreBehind every remark, response and story is an intention. We can call them hidden agendas. Some speakers are very well acquainted with their intentions, and may use them to craft a desired impression, while others use it to help make a case for their essential value as an individual, or to engender feelings of pity.
Read MoreHere are 10 quick tips to support more effective listening skills in a workplace, whether that be during a meeting, or an interaction with a colleague. These can apply in-person, or virtually!
Read MoreSilence is an uncomfortable experience for many speakers in today’s fast paced world. We often feel pressure to fill these moments with meaningless words such as “um” and “uh” instead of recognizing the important and impactful role that silence can play in our daily interactions. So, how can you learn to slow down and harness the quiet power of pausing?
Read MoreLessons from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) are appropriate for managing our responses to the COVID-19 pandemic; they can also help us to manage our communication-related anxiety.
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