A common problem with Parkinson's patients is the loss
of control over one's voice. The Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (also known as
LSVT - LOUD) focuses on loudness (volume) which has been found to help many
problems related to speech. If you have Parkinson's, you may have experienced
loss of volume, hoarseness, monotone pitch or slurred speech. To increase one's communication skills which
automatically improves self confidence, repetition of voice therapy exercises
really does work.
To stick at something, making it part of one's daily
routine is hard work, but nothing comes easy when you suffer from Parkinson's,
so you have to be resolute in making the effort. You may not see results immediately, but it's worth while, so be
patient and persevere, for after about three or four months, you really should hear
a difference. Your family and friends will notice the change too, and be able
to hear you properly. Husbands who have the uncanny ability of selective
hearing, wont be able to use this excuse any more. I come from a long line of
"chatter boxes" so talking is very important to me, particularly when
having public speaking engagements, I want to be head loud and clear to get
my message across. If you are having problems with speech, see if there are any speech therapy courses near where you live. As you're already here on-line, take a moment to look at my article "Stepping Out" on The Huffington Post. Wishing you all good health and a very good weekend.
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