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Unlocking the Secrets of Hypernasality: What Every Practitioner Needs to Know!

Unlocking the Secrets of Hypernasality: What Every Practitioner Needs to Know!

As a Special Education Director, I often encounter challenges related to speech therapy, especially concerning hypernasality in students with cleft palate. The recent research article titled "Phonetic Context and Hypernasality in Two Groups of Cleft Palate Speakers" by Judith Borlak and Karlind T. Moller provides invaluable insights into this issue.

The study evaluated the effects of phonetic contexts on the perception of nasality in cleft palate speakers. The researchers categorized the subjects into two groups: mildly nasal and moderate-severely nasal. Their findings can significantly enhance the effectiveness of speech therapy for these students.

Key Findings and Their Implications

Practical Applications for Practitioners

Based on these findings, here are some practical steps practitioners can take to improve their skills and provide better therapy:

Encouraging further research and continuous learning is crucial for practitioners. Staying updated with the latest studies and findings can help refine therapy techniques and improve outcomes for students.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Phonetic Context and Hypernasality in Two Groups of Cleft Palate Speakers.


Citation: Borlak, J., & Moller, K. T. (1976). Phonetic context and hypernasality in two groups of cleft palate speakers. Human Communication, 1(1), 1-68. Retrieved from https://cjslpa.ca/files/1976_HumComm_Vol_01/No_01_Summer_1-68/Borlak_Moller_HumComm_1976.pdf
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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