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Re: Devices to help with your speech

From: Charley Adams
Date: 22 Oct 2009
Time: 05:50:41 -0500
Remote Name: 71.68.232.194

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Hi Samantha, I can tell you that there are clinical trails taking place for the SpeechEasy, but I don't know if they are concluded yet. Anecdotally, I can tell you that I have met or worked with several individuals who own a SpeechEasy, and most either use it very rarely or have abandoned it altogether. For some, the fluency-inducing effect appears to fade over time (J Speech Lang Hear Res. 2009 Apr;52(2):516-33). That said, I am in no position to deny any PWS access to intervention which they feel brings any relief, either in terms of increased fluency, confidence or otherwise. I just feel strongly that good therapy and support should always be given its due. Hope this helps - Charley


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