Red Flags
Your child may have a voice disorder if:
- He/she is consistently hoarse
- He/she talks with a breathy/raspy/strained voice
- He/she constantly loses his/her voice
Therapy
Traditional therapy approach includes:
- Eliminating vocal abuses (ex. excessive screaming, coughing, and/or throat clearing)
- Relaxation
- Using a soft/easy voice
Parental Suggestions
- Model “inside” voice
- Try to identify vocal abuses
- Drink a lot of water