An SLPs Guide to Concussions and Mild TBI
Theresa Richard M.A. CCC-SLP, BCS-S
Board Certified in Swallowing, Founder/CEO of the MedSLP Collective and MedSLP Education, Host of the Swallow Your Pride Podcaster, Best-Selling Author of “So You’re Having Trouble Swallowing,” PhD student
Are you familiar with the term “invisible injury”?
This term is particularly relevant to traumatic brain injuries, or TBIs. No one can actually see how the damage to certain parts of the brain had led to changes in memory, attention, or even personality.
The lack of visibility makes it even more challenging for those with a TBI to navigate daily life. That’s why SLPs are so important when it comes to supporting this population.
SLPs have multiple roles when it comes to the assessment, support, and treatment of TBI symptoms and outcomes.
Join me as I dig a little deeper into the roles of SLPs when it comes to concussion and TBI.
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ASHA Practice Portal - Mild TBI
ABOUT THERESA RICHARD::
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Theresa Richard, a medical speech pathologist for 15+ years, is a board certified specialist in swallowing and swallowing disorders, and the founder and CEO of the MedSLP Collective and MedSLP Education. Theresa is also the mother of a son with severe disabilities who humbles her daily and is the inspiration behind all of the work she does in the world.
Theresa, host of Swallow Your Pride Podcast, has over 3 million unique downloads, and her book “So You’re Having Trouble Swallowing'' is an Amazon and Barnes and Noble best seller.
Theresa Richard, M.A. CCC-SLP, BCS-S - Medical Speech Language Pathologist
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1yGreat resource, thanks!