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Implementing Racial Healing in Speech Language Pathology: Insights from the Heart of America Annual Survey

Implementing Racial Healing in Speech Language Pathology: Insights from the Heart of America Annual Survey

The Heart of America Annual Survey: A Call for Unity and the Power of Racial Healing provides critical insights that can enhance the practice of speech-language pathology (SLP). This blog post will explore how practitioners can implement the outcomes of this research to improve their skills and create better outcomes for children.

Understanding the Survey Findings

The survey highlights the persistent racial inequities in the healthcare system, including speech-language pathology. Key findings include:

Implementing Findings in SLP Practice

As an SLP practitioner, here are some actionable steps you can take based on the survey findings:

Encouraging Further Research

While implementing these findings is a great start, ongoing research is crucial for continued improvement. Practitioners should be encouraged to engage in or support research that aims to address racial disparities in healthcare.

Conclusion

By implementing the outcomes of the Heart of America Annual Survey, SLP practitioners can improve their skills and create better outcomes for children. Embracing cultural competence, advocating for diversity, building trust, and improving communication are essential steps in this journey.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Heart of America Annual Survey: A Call for Unity and the Power of Racial Healing


Citation: Christopher, G., Eaton, S., Herring, M., McGhee, H., Smedley, B., & Wenger, M. R. (2024). Heart of America Annual Survey: A Call for Unity and the Power of Racial Healing. Health Equity, 8(1). https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10802218/?report=classic
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

Author's Note: Marnee Brick, TinyEYE President, and her team collaborate to create our blogs. They share their insights and expertise in the field of Speech-Language Pathology, Online Therapy Services and Academic Research.

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