Talks & Articles for Audiologists

Stuttering is often feared by health professionals, as it is perceived as difficult to treat with uncertain etiology and prognosis. At the same time, stuttering has a profound impact on an individual’s life in many areas. ...

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Calabash Tanya Lowenstein

Speech therapy Stuttering

The lecture, Neonatal therapy: an overview, covers key components needed by speech therapists, occupational therapists and physiotherapists working in the neonatal unit. The presentation covers information about the neonat...

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Calabash Andrea Fourie

Infants Neonatal therapy Neonatal ICU

The POPI Act came into full effect on the 1st of July 2020 which means that all industries (and health care professionals) have until the 30th of June 2021 to become fully compliant to the POPI Act regulations. This worksh...

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Ethics Simplified Anita Kleinsmidt

POPI act

The British Dyslexia Association estimates that approximately 10% of the population is affected by dyslexia, indicating that roughly two to three learners in each class of thirty are likely to be dyslexic. It is therefore ...

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Bellavista SHARE Kalie Naidoo

Dyslexia Reading

The concept of dyslexia is not always well understood and as a result individuals are often overlooked or misdiagnosed. Unfortunately, assessment for risk of dyslexia is a complex process with no single test in existence t...

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Bellavista SHARE Kalie Naidoo Merle Croock

Dyslexia Reading

Neurodevelopmental disorders are a group of conditions with onset in the developmental period. These disorders are characterized by impairments of personal, social, academic, or occupational functioning, and it is clear th...

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Bellavista SHARE Annelize Clark

ADHD Autism Learning Difficulties

The Road to Independence Model, with its Protocol & Guidelines, is a South African model developed in line with the UN-Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, the SA Legislation, Codes and Guidelines. The Mo...

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Francis Slabber & Associates Francis Slabber

Hearing Impairment

What is Childhood Apraxia of Speech? What is the prevalence and symptoms? How do I diagnose and assess a child suspected of having Childhood Apraxia of Speech? What is the best treatment option for children with Childhood ...

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Calabash Karien Marais

Apraxia Speech disorders Speech therapy

Feeding disorders in Paediatrics can be caused by medical, nutritional, sensory-motor skills deficits and/or Psychosocial problems. This talk focuses on the sensory-motor skills needed to develop effective feeding skills. ...

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Calabash Karien Marais

Feeding Motor learning Paediatrics

Dr. Tami Mehl focuses on vestibular disorders of non-otologic origin, ie. coming from the brain. These include Migraine and Concussion. Motion sensitivity as well as the psychological overlay is emphasized, clearly indicat...

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Calabash Tami Mehl

Vestibular Disorders

Dr. Tami Mehl briefly covers the anatomy and physiology of balance function, giving a practical explanation of how the system works so that the underlying pathophysiology of balance problems can be easily understood. The l...

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Calabash Tami Mehl

Vestibular Disorders

Louise Ashton is a Speech-Language Therapist and Audiologist who became certified as an Auditory Verbal Therapist whilst working at Auditory Verbal UK in London. In this talk, she considers listening and language developme...

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Calabash Louise Ashton

Language

The prevalence of anxiety disorders among school-aged children is on the rise, both in South Africa and across the globe. This debilitating condition impacts irrevocably on the young person’s academic success as well as th...

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Bellavista SHARE Roseen Ress

Anxiety Dyspraxia Sensory System

This talk describes what Occupational Therapy (OT) is and advises when healthcare professionals and teachers should refer to an OT. It explains the functions (or occupations) of a child at their relevant ages and what OT’s...

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Bellavista SHARE Roseen Ress

Cochlear implants are one of the most cost-effective interventions available. They provide the potential for children with severe to profound hearing loss to acquire spoken language and access a wider range of schooling op...

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Calabash Dani Schlesinger

Hearing tests

There is mounting evidence that healthy living contributes to healthy hearing. Diet, as documented with the Healthy Eating Index (HEI), is a critical factor influencing hearing status over a lifetime. Other healthy lifesty...

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Calabash James Hall

Hearing tests Vestibular Disorders

Karien Marais highlights how important it is to make an accurate differential diagnosis when it comes to the underlying condition causing a speech-sound disorder. Diagnosis links to treatment approach, and treating the inc...

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Calabash Karien Marais

Apraxia Speech disorders

This talk covers the basics of breastfeeding for professionals working with mothers and families. Breastfeeding can be a significant adjustment for new mothers, who often require support from an informed professional.Secti...

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Just Jargon Dr Zelda Janse van Rensburg

Breastfeeding Infants Perinatal Mental Health

Trauma, illness or loss can be a terrifying and life changing experience for anybody. A person who has suffered a traumatic event will go through a variety of changes: changes to their daily lives or routines, changes to t...

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Calabash Jodie de Bruyn

Creative Ability Trauma

This talk, presented by Annelie van der Westhuyzen of Ethics Simplified, will cover all the aspects pertaining to informed payment consent as stipulated by the HPCSA, and other relevant health legislation (such as the Cons...

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Ethics Simplified Annelie van der Westhuyzen

Consent Contracting Payment South Africa

This talk, presented by Annelie van der Westhuyzen of Ethics Simplified, will cover all the aspects pertaining to informed treatment consent as stipulated by the HPCSA, and other relevant health legislation (such as the Co...

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Ethics Simplified Annelie van der Westhuyzen

Confidentiality Consent Contracting

This talk by Speech-Language Pathologist Stephanie Jardine will assist other Speech-Language Pathologists, Teachers, Occupational Therapists, GPs and Educational Psychologists to build their knowledge and understanding of ...

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Stephanie Jardine Speech Therapy Stephanie Jardine

Dyslexia Learning Difficulties Reading Writing

This video highlights relevant assessment and treatment ideas for children with Cerebral Palsy who experience sensory modulation difficulties. The speaker has kindly made some of her notes available to you for download.Sec...

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Calabash Shánna Louwrens

Cerebral Palsy Sensory System

This video explores the theory of sensory modulation and the patterns found in the Cerebral Palsy population. The talk is based on Occupational Therapist Shánna Louwrens' findings in her Masters study on this topic.Section...

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Calabash Shánna Louwrens

Cerebral Palsy Sensory System

This talk, presented by Annelie van der Westhuyzen, will explore the ethical pitfalls of maintaining confidentiality while working in a school setting. One of the biggest ethical dilemmas while working in a school setting ...

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Ethics Simplified Annelie van der Westhuyzen

Child Psychology Confidentiality School setting South Africa

In this talk Annelie van der Westhuyzen will provide an in-depth discussion on the implications of obtaining informed consent when dealing with learners in a school setting. The talk will cover treatment consent as well as...

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Ethics Simplified Annelie van der Westhuyzen

Child Psychology Confidentiality Consent School setting

This talk by Speech-Language Pathologist Stephanie Jardine will assist other Speech-Language Pathologists in understanding their role with students with dyslexia. Stephanie will discuss the theoretical framework underpinni...

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Stephanie Jardine Speech Therapy Stephanie Jardine

Dyslexia Learning Difficulties Reading Writing

The Peri-Partum Mood & Anxiety Disorders (PPMADS) are prevalent and extremely important to address, as these conditions have a profound impact on both the caregiver and the developing infant. The increased awareness and un...

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Calabash Joanne Zagnoev

Attachment Theory Infants Parenting Perinatal Mental Health

Tinnitus is influenced by different factors: auditory, perceptual, and psychological. Lara highlights the way in which psychology and personality intersect with neurophysiological elements in the maintenance of tinnitus, a...

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Calabash Lara Benigson

Brain Injury Tinnitus Vestibular Disorders

This talk by clinical audiologist Natanya Berry will equip you with the skills to identify CAPD and distinguish its presentation from other diagnoses, such as ADHD. Natanya will outline symptoms and behavioural characteris...

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Calabash Natanya Berry

CAPD Child Psychology Learning Difficulties

This video presents the neuroanatomy of the brain through CT and MRI brain scans. Firstly, a brief introduction to the differences in these scanning technologies and the terminology used in CT and MRI scan reports are expl...

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Just Jargon Fiona Breytenbach

Brain Injury

This video takes an in-depth look at the cortex and cerebellum. Firstly, the lobes of the brain and function are each briefly reviewed, and the anatomy and function of the cerebellum is presented. The three main arteries (...

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Just Jargon Fiona Breytenbach

School Readiness Brain Injury Neuroanatomy

This video presents various sub-cortical structures of the brain. The anatomy of the thalamus, basal ganglia, hippocampus and amygdala are explored including the functions, such as memory and its various components, and cl...

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Just Jargon Fiona Breytenbach

School Readiness Brain Injury Neuroanatomy

This video covers the foundations of neuroanatomy. Starting with the gross anatomy of the brain and its lobes; sulci, gyri, grey and white matter are discussed. We then explore at the three sections of the brainstem, namel...

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Just Jargon Fiona Breytenbach

School Readiness Brain Injury Neuroanatomy

Join Annelie van Der Westhuyzen, founder of Ethics Simplified and speech therapist with a masters in Bioethics & Health Law, as she demystifies issues around employment in the health care sector.This talk is a follow-on fr...

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Ethics Simplified Annelie van der Westhuyzen

Autism New Practice

Employment as a healthcare professional in the public or private sector raises legal and ethical questions, and it is often tricky to find answers.Join Annelie van Der Westhuyzen, founder of Ethics Simplified and speech th...

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Ethics Simplified Annelie van der Westhuyzen

Autism New Practice

During the course of their professional careers, health professionals may be called upon to present expert opinion for court-related purposes. This talk outlines the duties of the expert witness to the South African court,...

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Calabash Gregory Whittaker

Expert Opinion Legal Work Psychoanalysis South Africa

In this video, clinical neuroanatomist Dr. Coenie Hattingh outlines the anatomy and functioning of the frontal lobes, as well as dysfunction of the frontal lobes due to damage, making reference to the links between the sit...

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SACNA Dr. Coenie Hattingh

Brain Injury Neuroanatomy

In this talk, clinical neuroanatomist Dr. Coenie Hattingh outlines the effects of traumatic brain injury on the brain, introducing and defining key terms relevant to this area, as well as primary and secondary effects of n...

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SACNA Dr. Coenie Hattingh

Brain Injury Neuroanatomy

The prevalence of anxiety disorders amongst school-aged children is on the rise, both in South Africa and across the globe. This debilitating condition impacts irrevocably on the young person's academic success as well as ...

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Bellavista SHARE Amy Coleman Danielle Gluckman

Anxiety Sensory System

In this talk, Dr. Wendy Duncan discusses adolescence as a developmental phase, distinguishing normal features of this phase from signs & symptoms which are indicators for concern. She outlines some of the risk factors for ...

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Calabash Dr. Wendy Duncan

Adolescence Depression Medication

Emotional Intelligence refers to an individual/s capacity to be aware of, control, and express his or her emotions, and to handle interpersonal relationships judiciously and empathetically. In this presentation Hennie will...

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Bellavista SHARE Hennie Vorster

Emotional Intelligence Neuroanatomy

For learners with Dyslexia or Literacy Difficulties, the use of technology can make managing school work, communicating with others, and learning independently much easier. The market is awash with devices, applications an...

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Bellavista SHARE Dr Stephanie Gottwald

Learning Difficulties Technology Writing

When a child reads fluently, it feels like magic! All of the words are effortlessly recognised and each sentence is read with expression. But what about our children who are not fluent readers, who struggle, sounding out e...

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Bellavista SHARE Dr Stephanie Gottwald

Learning Reading