MEHATVA : MEntally HAndicapped Training for Vocational Applications

Speech Therapy

Speech is the verbal means of communication consisting of the following:

Articulation

How speech sounds are made (e.g., children must learn how to produce the "r" sound in order to say "rabbit" instead of "wabbit").

Voice

Use of the vocal folds and breathing to produce sound (e.g., the voice can be abused from overuse or misuse and can lead to hoarseness or loss of voice).

Fluency

The rhythm of speech (e.g., hesitations or stuttering can affect fluency).

At MEHATVA, individual speech and language therapy sessions are provided depending on the needs of persons with communication disorders. Treatment for speech and language disorders is crucial, and it often involves tailored interventions to address specific language domains and associated challenges. Early identification and intervention play a pivotal role in improving the long-term outcomes for individuals experiencing delays in speech and language development. In our school Mr. Omprakash P, provides speech therapy as a consultant speech language pathologist.