Voice Disorders in Child Communication

utterance Disorders in Child Communication phonation derangements are the most fairly common communication disorder in children. Voice disorders can be developed through away the lifespan of an individual. Currently around 7% to 9% of children develop a fathom disorder. Voice disorders can be characterised by hoarseness, occasional loss of phonate, vocal fatigue and unusually low or high pitch.Voice disorders are generally categorize as Vocal abuseNeurogenic disordersPsychogenic disordersAlaryngeal communicationThey are often associated withLots of screaming and yellingRecurrent infections of the upper airway refluxDifferent subtypes Vocal Cord ParalysisVocal Cord Nodules and PolypsParadoxical Vocal F onetime(a) MovementSpasmodic DysphoniaReferencesJustice, L. (2006). Communication Sciences and Disorders An Introduction (1st ed., pp. Chp 11.14-23). New island of Jersey Pearson/Merrill Prentice Hall.Voice Fact Sheets. (2016). Speechpathologyaustralia.org.au. Retrieved 14 March 20 17, from http//www.speechpathologyaustralia.org.au/spaweb/Document_Management/Public/Fact_Sheets.aspxanchor_voiceA Speech Pathologists role in working with a child who has a voice disorder is to treat them. Speech pathologists treat children with a voice disorder through common treatments such as vocal techniques, therapies, and work in happenstance with teachers and Ear, Nose and Throat doctors to help a child produce the best possible speech quality and normal vocal sound production.Assessment of voice disorders Voice quality can be screened, (evaluation of vocal characteristics) A comprehensive assessment is conducted for children suspected of having a voice disorder, using both standardized and nonstandardized measures. Disorders that consort to the structure and function are physical characteristics that must be diagnosed by a physician (ear nose and throat doctor specialist (ENT))ReferenceBuildnCare Therapy,. (2017). Retrieved from http//buildncare.com/speech-therapy/Voice F act Sheets. (2016). Speechpathologyaustralia.org.au. Retrieved 14 March 2017, from http//www.speechpathologyaustralia.org.au/spaweb/Document_Management/Public/Fact_Sheets.aspxanchor_voiceThe International Classification of Functioning Disability and Health (ICF) is the best framework to use to understand and asses the impact that a voice disorder has on a childs quality of life. As it covers all aspects of an individuals life that a voice disorder may impact. By using an internationally recognised model that consists of Body Functions and Structures Activity and Participation Environmental Factors. Personal FactorsReferences1st day as an english teacher,. (2013). Retrieved from http//1st-day-as-an-english-teacher.blogspot.com.au/2013/02/how-to-teach-kids-to-not-talk-during.htmlRebecca is a 9 year old girl who has an outgoing, loud, bubbly personality. Rebecca loves to sing and act and is the lead in both her drill consort and drama group. At a weekly rehearsal with her choir gro up Rebecca began to experience frequent coughing and clearing of her throat. Her choir teacher suggest that Rebecca should go visit the school speech pathologist. After her session with the school speech pathologist Rebecca was diagnosed with Vocal Cord Nodules which is benign growths on both her vocal cords. Rebecca is now receiving treatment to correct the behaviour that was causing the problem. As a result Rebecca can no longer for the time being be the lead in her school choir and drama club and as a result cannot perform in the yearly singing under the moonlight concert. Rebecca now also find it difficult to verbally communicate as she experiences innervation which has lead to her spending no time with her friends who are all part of the drama or choir group. This has lead to Rebecca feeling lonely and left out as she is unable to effectively participate in her groups. Body Functions and Structures Diagnosed with vocal nodules due to vocal abuse Rough vocal quality Activitie s and Participation unable to perform for longer than 2 minutes without vocal discomfort Not able to fully participate in choir and drama club ineffectual to perform lead role in concert Reduced ability to talk due to discomfort Environmental and Personal Factors Age9 instruct girl singer and actor Talkative and outgoing personReferencesAustralian girls choir,. (2012). Retrieved from http//www.ausgirlschoir.com.au/About-agc/Latest-News/2012/AGC-National-Tour