Browsing Masters Degrees (Speech Language Pathology) by Title
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The hallmarks of successful alaryngeal voice rehabilitation following a total laryngectomy using tracheo-esophageal puncture with voice prosthesis : perspectives of key role players.
(2012)A total laryngectomy (TL) affects the quality of life (QoL) of individuals who have undergone this surgical procedure, as changes are seen in respiration, swallowing and communication. The aim of this study was to gather ... -
The integration of multilingualism and culture into augmentative and alternative communication services for school-aged children in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng, South Africa.
(2016)Language and cultural diversity influence how individuals of different backgrounds interact. This heterogeneity can affect how Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) services are provided to children with complex ... -
The oral hygiene status of people with dysphagia: a descriptive study.
(2018)The aim of the study was to assess and describe the oral hygiene problems of adults admitted to a sub-acute rehabilitation hospital who presented with dysphagia. A descriptive, cross-sectional survey study design was ... -
An overview of speech-language therapy services for children with cleft lip and/or palate from birth to three years within the KwaZulu-Natal health sector.
(2011)A descriptive survey with 19 Speech-Language Therapists from public health and four from private health was used to obtain an overview of Speech-Language Therapy services for children with cleft lip and/or palate from birth ... -
The syntactic features of South African Indian English among students in Natal, with regard to use and attitudes towards usage.
(1987)Two tests were developed and administered to 122 South African students of Indian descent and 70 South African students of European descent. One test elicited use of certain syntactic constructions through requesting ... -
Test translation in a South African context using the peabody picture vocabulary test-revised.
(1994)This study explored the feasibility of using test translation to adapt a standard English vocabulary test for Zulu speakers. It was motivated by the difficulties associated with assessing speakers of the African ... -
Transition to special education : the experiences of parents of children with communication disorders associated with intellectual disability in the province of KwaZulu-Natal.
(2015)Millions of children around the world are affected by childhood disabilities, and are much less likely to participate in schooling than those not affected (Filmer, 2008). This study supports the global initiative to ensure ... -
The work place experiences of individuals with cerebral palsy who have communication difficulties and their colleagues.
(2015)Employment is a form of independence and self-acceptance which, for many individuals with disabilities, is crucial to improving quality of life. Communication underpins quality of life and, for individuals with cerebral ...