Practicing what we preach: An understanding of vocal hygiene knowledge and practices in professional voice-users
Presenter Major
Speech Language Pathology/ Audiology
Presentation Type
Oral
Location
Hays Theatre, Wilbur Arts Building
Start Date
26-4-2024 11:40 AM
End Date
26-4-2024 11:45 AM
Description (Abstract)
While numerous factors contributing to vocal fatigue have been identified, there's limited research on why individuals educated about vocal fatigue fail to demonstrate healthy vocal behaviors. Studies indicate that teachers and speech-language pathologists face a significant risk of voice fatigue (Moreno et al., 2022), with approximately 71.13% of speech-language pathologists reporting it (Joseph et al.2020). The purpose is to investigate the correlation between vocal fatigue knowledge and vocal habits, exploring how understanding vocal fatigue influences professionals' vocal behaviors.
The study involves 36 participants, including 12 speech-language pathologists, 12 early childhood education teachers, and 10 singers. Participants will complete a survey on vocal hygiene habits and knowledge of vocal fatigue. Data will be analyzed to understand the relationship between vocal fatigue knowledge and practice among professionals who rely on their voice. These findings are crucial for addressing vocal fatigue in individuals, particularly those in vocally demanding occupations.
Keywords
Voice, Vocal Hygiene, Teacher, Singer, Speech Language Pathologists
Related Pillar(s)
Community, Service
Practicing what we preach: An understanding of vocal hygiene knowledge and practices in professional voice-users
Hays Theatre, Wilbur Arts Building
While numerous factors contributing to vocal fatigue have been identified, there's limited research on why individuals educated about vocal fatigue fail to demonstrate healthy vocal behaviors. Studies indicate that teachers and speech-language pathologists face a significant risk of voice fatigue (Moreno et al., 2022), with approximately 71.13% of speech-language pathologists reporting it (Joseph et al.2020). The purpose is to investigate the correlation between vocal fatigue knowledge and vocal habits, exploring how understanding vocal fatigue influences professionals' vocal behaviors.
The study involves 36 participants, including 12 speech-language pathologists, 12 early childhood education teachers, and 10 singers. Participants will complete a survey on vocal hygiene habits and knowledge of vocal fatigue. Data will be analyzed to understand the relationship between vocal fatigue knowledge and practice among professionals who rely on their voice. These findings are crucial for addressing vocal fatigue in individuals, particularly those in vocally demanding occupations.
