Working memory is a core executive function that enables the temporary storage and manipulation of information required for ongoing cognitive tasks. It plays a critical role in language comprehension, verbal expression, discourse production, learning, and problem-solving by allowing an individual to hold relevant information "online" while simultaneously processing new information. Working memory relies on a distributed network involving the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex, in

Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurological condition that affects movement throughout the body—including the complex muscles responsible for speaking, swallowing and facial expression. While tremor, stiffness and changes in walking are widely recognised symptoms, communication and swallowing difficulties are also common and can have a significant impact on everyday life. Speech and voice changes affect up to 90% of people with Parkinson's disease during the course of t

A stroke can affect a person’s ability to communicate, understand language, swallow safely and participate in everyday life. Speech pathology after stroke plays an important role in assessing and treating communication difficulties, including aphasia, speech changes and swallowing problems (dysphagia). While physical changes such as weakness, balance difficulties and reduced mobility are commonly recognised after stroke, communication and swallowing difficulties are also freq

Meal Management Plans by Speech Pathologists: Supporting Safe and Enjoyable Eating A Mealtime Management Plan (MMP) is a formal document...

In aphasia groups, peer befriending typically takes the form of structured activities, such as group discussions, one-on-one...

The Role of Voice Banking and AI in Neurodegenerative Diseases: Empowering Patients and Enhancing Care In recent years, advancements in...

Written By Laura Thompson Speech Pathologists train for many years to develop their specialist skill set. Many do a Bachelor of Hearing and Speech Science or A Bachelor of Cognitive Psychology, plus a Bachelors Degree of Speech and Language Pathology. Many study for a Masters Degree of Speech Pathology thereafter. They are all accredited training pathways, so how can you decipher which Speech Pathologist is right for you? And aren’t they all the same? Let’s explore a little t

Written By Laura Thompson 1. Increased access: Telehealth can provide access to health care services to those who may not be able to...

Written By Laura Thompson Telehealth dysphagia assessment can be done through video conferencing and other real-time communications...

Written By Laura Thompson Telehealth: It’s nothing new. It’s been around for years. So why the sudden uptake? And has this application...