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  • Episode 47: Understanding and Caring for Individuals with Frontotemporal Degeneration (FTD)

    Episode 47: Understanding and Caring for Individuals with Frontotemporal Degeneration (FTD)
    2024/10/03
    Guest: Dawn Ducca - In this episode, Renee is joined by Dawn, who serves as a volunteer Ambassador for The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration. Frontotemporal degeneration (FTD) is a group of brain disorders that primarily impact personality, behavior, and language skills. This combination presents unique challenges for caregivers. Discussion includes medical aspects of the disease, psychological symptoms, and the progression of the disease that wreaks havoc on daily life. Some of the complexities of caregiving include the physical and emotional toll, but combined with coping and self-care strategies, caregivers can learn ways to support their well-being. Join Renee and Dawn for an hour of caregiving techniques and learn the importance of a support network.
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  • Episode 46: Advancements and Strategies in the Treatment of Multiple Sclerosis for SLPs

    Episode 46: Advancements and Strategies in the Treatment of Multiple Sclerosis for SLPs
    2024/09/26
    Guest: Lynn Reed, MA CCC-SLP, CBIS, MSCS - In this episode, Renee is joined by Lynn to discuss what SLPs need to know about multiple sclerosis (MS) patients. Define what pathophysiology of MS involves, including the progression and types of MS. Learn how patient-centered care and quality of life are improved with personalized treatment plans and caregiver involvement. Join Renee and Lynn for a packed hour of treatment options for the patient with MS.
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    1 時間 3 分
  • Episode 45: Disorders of Consciousness: What SLPs Need to Know

    Episode 45: Disorders of Consciousness: What SLPs Need to Know
    2024/09/19
    Guest: Ashley Muñoz López, MBA, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S - In this episode, Renee is joined by Ashley to discuss Disorders of Consciousness. Ashley co-authors the peer-reviewed journal article “A Conscious Approach to Decannulation: Clinical Application of a One-Way Speaking Valve With Disorders of Consciousness.” Join Renee and Ashley as they discuss Disorders of Consciousness (DoC), including coma, vegetative state, and minimally conscious state, as well as assessment and treatment options for these patients. These complex conditions need both expert insight and practical advice to promote recovery. Join us to embark on a topic unfamiliar to many CSD professionals.
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    1 時間 3 分
  • Episode 44: Beyond the Virus: The Long Covid Recovery Experience

    Episode 44: Beyond the Virus: The Long Covid Recovery Experience
    2024/09/12
    Guest: Julie Sullivan, MS, CCC-SLP - In this episode, Renee is joined by Julie, the Covid Recovery Center program manager in Boston, MA. Learn what the journey of battling long covid entails, including expert insights, practical advice for navigating patients' challenges, and understanding the recovery process. Join Renee and Julie for an hour of discovery and exploration of research initiatives.
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    1 時間 4 分
  • Episode 43: Swallowing Solutions: Navigating Functional Dysphagia

    Episode 43: Swallowing Solutions: Navigating Functional Dysphagia
    2024/08/29
    Guest: Jaimie Anderson, MS, CCC-SLP, BC-ANCDS - In this episode, Renee and Jaimie discuss functional dysphagia. Functional dysphagia occurs when individuals experience difficulty swallowing despite no structural abnormalities. It can significantly affect quality of life and impact daily life. Join Renee and Jaimie as they explore causes, symptoms, evaluation, and treatment options for functional dysphagia and delve into the complexities of the condition.
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    1 時間 5 分
  • Episode 42: Social Determinants of Mental Health and the Role of the SLP

    Episode 42: Social Determinants of Mental Health and the Role of the SLP
    2024/08/19
    Guest: Pamela Rowe, MA, CCC-SLP - In this episode, Renee is joined by Pamela to discuss social determinants of mental health and their relation to speech-language pathology. Social determinants of mental health are conditions in the environments in which people are born, live, work, and age that impact a wide range of health, functioning, and quality of life outcomes and the risks associated with these domains. Social determinants of mental health can affect the development and treatment of communication and swallowing disorders. Understanding and addressing these social determinants can improve mental health outcomes as well as empower SLPs to design and implement more holistic treatment approaches. Join Renee and Pamela for an hour of impactful discussion.
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  • Episode 41: Home and Community Reintegration: An Extension of the Recovery Process Post TBI

    Episode 41: Home and Community Reintegration: An Extension of the Recovery Process Post TBI
    2024/08/08
    Guest: Sonya Floyd, MEd, CCC-SLP - Renee is joined by Sonya to discuss community reintegration, specifically for TBI survivors. Discover the range of services and support systems designed to help patients return to their daily lives and participate in their communities. This process requires a multidisciplinary approach, including medical and therapeutic support, social support, vocational rehabilitation, community resources, and education and advocacy programs. Join Renee and Sonya as they discuss personalized approaches to community reintegration that encompass the unique needs and goals specific to the TBI survivor.
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    1 時間 2 分
  • Episode 40: Accent Modification 101: An Overview

    Episode 40: Accent Modification 101: An Overview
    2024/08/02
    Guest: Robert (Bob) McKinney, MA, CCC-SLP - In this episode, Renee is joined by Robert (Bob) McKinney to discuss all things accent modification. From the origins of accents to treatment techniques SLPs can use tomorrow, consider this a dive into accent modification for the curious SLP. Join Renee and Bob as they discuss SLPs and accent modification.
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    1 時間 5 分