Do you have a voice disorder ?
Judith Rough, a Sydney based Speech Pathologist with a keen interest in voice disorders, provides a simple list of things to look out for, and points out when it is time to seek professional help.
Dysphonia let’s talk about it. Produced by ADN, this brochure provides a basic overview of the most common voice disorders. Printed copies available in bulk (up to 30), ideal for Dr or Voice Practitioners professional rooms. Please drop us a line if you would like some posted to you.
ADN Dysphonia and that 4 lettered word … ‘WORK’
When it feels like work is getting a bit too hard, this simple fact sheet will help you think through some simple changes so you can stay put; as well as offering a few suggestions if you are looking for a change of pace.
Spasmodic Dysphonia 101. A brief description of Spasmodic Dysphonia (SD) types, symptoms and management.
NSDA Providing Support to Someone with a Vocal Disorder
A fabulous new document produce by the National Spasmodic Dysphonia Association (USA) in recognition of our most valued supporters… family, friends and loved ones. Big thanks to NSDA.
WEBINARS
Thank You to our U.S based friends at Dysphonia International (formally the National Spasmodic Dysphonia Association) for creating and sharing the following webinar series. Please note that some approaches to management may vary slightly here in Australia, so please discuss any questions with your treating specialist.
A Tour of Voice Disorders with a focus on Spasmodic Dysphonia – Dr Robert W Bastian
Ask the Experts – A Q&A Session – Dr Simpson & Dr Hapner
Management & Diagnosis of Vocal Fold Paresis – Dr Peak Woo
Vocal Cord Dysfunction – a poorly named common laryngeal disorder – Dr Stacey Halum & Rebecca Risser SLP
Botulinum Toxin Options for Spasmodic Dysphonia – Dr. Steven Bielamowicz
Laryngeal Vibration can reduce voice symptoms of Laryngeal Dystonia – Dr. Jurgen Konczak
Advances in Spasmodic Dysphonia Research – Dr Gerald S Berke
Australian Dysphonia Network 
I am trying to help a friend with a serious voice problem. She would be in her mid sixties.
Can you make contact with your organisation a lot easier? Tweets and blogs are not much in the realm of older people. A web page with just pictures and random information is not much immediate help. I would like to talk to someone in the ADN – could you help with this.
it would be much appreciated. In the meantime, my email is camcain@bigpond.com
Thank you.
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Hi Camille – we are a relatively new and small charity … growing in response to need. We have a support discussion group – hosted through facebook (Dysphonia- Lets talk about it) and many people use that as a place to connect physically with those in their geographic location.
If that doesn’t suit, then you or your friend are very welcome to email us at australiandysphonianetwork@gmail.com with specific needs or questions. I hope that helps.
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?How to leave a message for iPhone callers advising text instead of voice when Dysphonia flares?
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Hi Lori – perhaps you could ask someone to record a brief message saying something like. “If I don’t answer your call, please send me a brief text message and I will be sure to reply”
Similarly you could use a ‘text to talk’ app to record the message for you.
You can reveal as much or as little as you like about your voice.
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