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Darrell Lauer, SPEECH PATHOLOGIST
Speech-Language Pathologist
Dr. Darrell Lauer is a speech language pathologist practicing in New York, NY. Dr. Lauer specializes in speech, language and swallowing disorders in patients. As a speech language pathologist, Dr. Lauer evaluates, diagnoses and treats patients with communication and swallowing troubles. These conditions may be due to developmental delay, brain injury, hearing loss, autism, stroke or other diseases and injuries. Dr. Lauer helps patients make sounds and improve their voices through various methods. Speech language pathologists also work with patients to strengthen muscles used to speak and swallow, and work with individuals and families to help cope with their conditions.
54 years
Experience
Darrell Lauer, SPEECH PATHOLOGIST
- New York, NY
- Michigan State University
- Accepting new patients
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How to help a child we recently adopted?
Have your son evaluated by a certified speech pathologist who specializes in early intervention. The school in your community should be able to give you a recommendation. Make READ MORE
Have your son evaluated by a certified speech pathologist who specializes in early intervention. The school in your community should be able to give you a recommendation. Make sure that they give you a certified speech pathologist. Good luck!!
Can vertigo cause slurred speech?
Not to my knowledge but vertigo is a serious issue. Are you seeing an otolaryngologist who specializes in the ears or a neurologist? If not, you should make an appointment right READ MORE
Not to my knowledge but vertigo is a serious issue. Are you seeing an otolaryngologist who specializes in the ears or a neurologist? If not, you should make an appointment right a way. Good luck
When should I worry about my child not talking?
Some boys don’t start speaking some semblance of words until almost 2, but he should be pointing at things he wants by now. Then you should say that word. His hearing is good? READ MORE
Some boys don’t start speaking some semblance of words until almost 2, but he should be pointing at things he wants by now. Then you should say that word. His hearing is good? If you have any doubts at all, a hearing test would be in order. If in a few more months he is still not speaking, get an evaluation from a speech pathologist.
Good luck.
Good luck.
Do children eventually outgrow a lisp?
Children some times outgrow a lisp. However there is the possibility that they won’t and need speech therapy to help them overcome this problem. Some people have a gap between READ MORE
Children some times outgrow a lisp. However there is the possibility that they won’t and need speech therapy to help them overcome this problem. Some people have a gap between there 2 front teeth which can cause this. However when their adult teeth come in the space can be gone.
As you know children can be cruel, making fun of others. If this is already happening, it would be a good idea to get some speech therapy by a certified speech therapist. Good luck !!
As you know children can be cruel, making fun of others. If this is already happening, it would be a good idea to get some speech therapy by a certified speech therapist. Good luck !!
Does hearing loss affect your speech?
Most definitely. Get her to an audiologist for a hearing test and if she needs hearing aids get her to wear them. If her speech doesn’t improve after a few weeks, have her see READ MORE
Most definitely. Get her to an audiologist for a hearing test and if she needs hearing aids get her to wear them. If her speech doesn’t improve after a few weeks, have her see a speech pathologist. Good luck and I hope her speech improves.
How is a stammer treated?
Stammering is helped by speech therapy by a certified speech pathologist. It involves breathing exercises, relaxing techniques and speech rate monitoring
Can speech therapy help with autism?
Speech therapy by a certified speech pathologist can help. Of course some of it depends on the severity of the autism
How can a speech pathologist help my son?
By helping him with specific exercises using the letter r, tongue relaxing and placement techniques and rate of speech exercises
Is it normal for foster kids to have speech delays?
Every child is different but with poor upbringing those children are more likely to develop speech difficulties
How are audiology and speech pathology linked?
Hearing issues definitely cause speech difficulties in people who especially have severe hearing loss. The earlier these conditions are addressed the chance for success are increased READ MORE
Hearing issues definitely cause speech difficulties in people who especially have severe hearing loss. The earlier these conditions are addressed the chance for success are increased
Can dentures cause lisp speech?
Yes they can. Especially with dentures that do not fit well or effect proper tongue movement. Start with a visit to your dentist to address this problem
Gag reflex?
Having a problem with gag reflex can be difficult to overcome. Your bulimia issues have probably contributed to this problem. Have you ever had therapy for emotional issues? It READ MORE
Having a problem with gag reflex can be difficult to overcome. Your bulimia issues have probably contributed to this problem. Have you ever had therapy for emotional issues? It seems likely that this would be a first place to start to overcome this problem. Good luck and I hope that you are successful in over coming this problem
What are the benefits of speech therapy for anxious children?
Anxious children often speak to fast and therefore have speech difficulties. Addressing the anxiety with a psychological therapy and speech therapy will help this issue. The sooner READ MORE
Anxious children often speak to fast and therefore have speech difficulties. Addressing the anxiety with a psychological therapy and speech therapy will help this issue. The sooner this begins the better. You do not want this condition to become ingrained
Is there a therapy that can cure stammering?
Speech therapy by a certified speech pathologist can be effective. It involves breathing techniques, relaxing exercises and rate of speech
Can a speech delay be caused by a work injury?
Definitely. First step would be to see a neurologist. Follow up next with a certified speech pathologist.
Should I be concerned that my almost 2 year old doesn't say many words?
No, not yet, but if by middle two he still isn’t speaking many words, then an evaluation by a certified speech pathologist would warranted. In the meantime, read to him daily and READ MORE
No, not yet, but if by middle two he still isn’t speaking many words, then an evaluation by a certified speech pathologist would warranted. In the meantime, read to him daily and say common words to him that he would use when he might point to something that he wants.
Does birth order affect the likelihood of having speech issues?
It is possible but can’t be specifically ruled for the reason for speech issues
My son is 3-years-old and isn't talking. What should I do?
You should definitely get an evaluation by a speech pathologist who specializes in early childhood development. Your son should be speaking by now with simple words and even 2 READ MORE
You should definitely get an evaluation by a speech pathologist who specializes in early childhood development. Your son should be speaking by now with simple words and even 2 word phrases. Has his hearing been tested? If not, this should also be done. Good luck and I hope you can get some positive results.
My daughter can't pronounce some letters. How can I help her?
She should definitely get a speech evaluation and a hearing test. Often these issues are resolved quickly and it is important for her self esteem and not to be teased by other READ MORE
She should definitely get a speech evaluation and a hearing test. Often these issues are resolved quickly and it is important for her self esteem and not to be teased by other children. Good luck and I hope that your daughter improves her speech quickly.
My daughter is depressed about her speech problems
I am sorry, but this is not my area of expertise. However, have you ever talked to her teachers and the administrator about the situation? Also, what does her speech pathologist READ MORE
I am sorry, but this is not my area of expertise. However, have you ever talked to her teachers and the administrator about the situation? Also, what does her speech pathologist say about this? Good luck. I know as a parent myself how upsetting this is. Kids this age can be really cruel. I hope your daughter can overcome this situation.
