Dysphonia

Research has shown that MCT improves vocal quality immediately after treatment and in the short- term, with individuals with MTD. Improvements in vocal quality include: jitter, shimmer, signal to noise ratio, and reduced intensity (Mathieson et al., 2009; Reimann et al., 2016; Roy & Leeper, 1993; Roy et al., 1997; Van Lierde et al., 2004; Van Lierde et al., 2008). Reimann and colleagues (2016), did conclude that MCT does increase roughness in vocal quality due to muscle rebalance in the…

relevant to this nerve damage is her aforementioned lack of consistent control of her palate, this can therefore affect resonance and articulation (Miller 2011). This nerve is also starting to affect Susan’s swallow. But Susan is also presenting with dysphonia or a ‘harsh sounding’ voice and the laryngeal exercises are the area she struggled with most on the Frenchay assessment. This indicates that innervation of the laryngeal muscles via the vagus nerve and its branches (superior laryngeal and…

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Studies have repeatedly pointed out the impact of communication skills on the ability of managers and leaders to succeed or fail. For anyone to be recognized as a superior leader, he or she requires superior communication. Conveying a message in a clear and convincing manner is the absolute key to inspiring others, fostering commitment, and facilitating profound and enduring change in one’s organization. According to Roebuck & Business Expert Press (2012), the ability for one to apply effective…

frequent displays of temper, constant anger, recurrent physical fights)” (Videbeck, 2016). Nurses should encourage clients and family members to be alert to any of these symptoms. Many BPD sufferers also tend to suffer from feelings of anxiety, dysphonia, and emotional lability. They may have feelings of deadness, panic, and fury as well as self-mutilation and suicide-prone behaviors. The cause of borderline personality disorder is not yet clear, but research suggests that genetics (a close…

Not many of Shakespeare’s plays contain a female character in the lead role position. Therefore, when female characters have a prominent role in plays it is something to pay attention to. For instance, in Measure for Measure, Isabella’s character serves to break down the patriarchy by using their own constructs to emphasize how outrageous their ideas are. Isabella does this by falling into one of the three categories that the patriarchy says women belong to. In this society, women are either…

Pribuisiene, R., Uloza, V., Kupcinskas, L., & Jonaitis, L. (2006). Perceptual and Acoustic Characteristics of Voice Changes in Reflux Laryngitis Patients. Journal of Voice, 20(1), 128-136. In 2006, Pribuisiene, Uloza, Kupicinskas, and Jonaitis examined vocal differences in individuals with reflux laryngitis using perceptual, subjective, and instrumental measures. There were 108 participants with reflux laryngitis and 90 individuals in the control group. Acoustic analysis of reflux laryngitis…

that will clarify. Mrs. Rehm teaches me the importance of knowing and appreciating the topic of my writings. Recently, the voice of Diane Rehm changed. In 1998 Rehm took a break from her show on National Public Radio. She suffered from spasmodic dysphonia which is a disorder that causes muscles to spasm and involuntarily contort. At that point, several people would have given up and thrown in the towel to their radio show. This month, Rehm is celebrating thirty-five years with NPR. Rehm has been…

Sexual dysfunction is a topic that is very rarely talked about in the public eye. Our society is exceptionally sexualized through advertisements, and even general social gatherings are fueled with sexual intentions. It is almost taboo for our society to think that people have troubles with sexuality or intimacy, but in fact it is not that uncommon. The articles below all have a unique perspective that informs the public of sexual dysfunction in one way or another. This paper will primarily be…