Don't DIS my speech: How a Speech Therapist can help Part 2
Speaking your mind! *In South Africa to dis something is to show disrespect Approximately 100 muscles of the chest, neck, jaw, tongue and lips are needed to work in a synchronised manner in order to produce one sentence (1). Being able to communicate is an essential part of human existence. Speech is a main source of communication, however thankfully not the only method. When in crisis, the muscles activating speech are also affected. While I might sound like I'm drunk or that I'm trying to talk while playing the game chubby bunny, I am actually trying my best to get my message across. The first time I had speech difficulties was when I was trying to help my younger sister with her math homework. She thought I was making fun of her as my voice changed to a nasal squeaking/strangled duck sound. In the moment I couldn't even explain, all I could do was wait until my muscles were slightly rested and then explain what had happened. The second time,...