“i have puberohonia (female voice, pitch break, etc)?”
Male | 21 years old
17 Answers
Puberphonia is a condition where an individual continues to use a high-pitched voice even after puberty. Speech therapy, under the guidance of a speech-language pathologist, is typically recommended for its treatment. Here are some general exercises that may be beneficial as part of a comprehensive therapy plan:
Vocal Range Exercises:
Work on expanding your vocal range by practicing both low and high pitches.
Start with low-pitched sounds and gradually move up to higher pitches.
Pitch Slides:
Practice sliding your voice from low to high and back down smoothly.
Focus on maintaining control and avoiding breaks or cracks in your voice.
Resonance Exercises:
Pay attention to the resonance of your voice. Try to produce a deeper, more resonant sound by speaking from your chest.
You can place your hand on your chest to feel the vibrations while speaking.
Breath Support Exercises:
Work on improving your breath control and support. Deep breathing exercises can be beneficial.
Try inhaling deeply through your nose and exhaling slowly through your mouth.
Pitch Matching:
Listen to male voices that you find comfortable and try to match their pitch and tone as closely as possible.
Practice speaking in this lower pitch throughout the day.
Relaxation Techniques:
Stress and tension can affect your voice. Practice relaxation techniques like deep breathing, yoga, or meditation to reduce tension.
Vocal Warm-Ups:
Before speaking or practicing, warm up your vocal cords with gentle humming, lip trills, or sirens.
Avoid sudden, forceful vocalizations that can strain your voice.
It's crucial to remember that puberphonia can be complex, and progress may vary from person to person. Working with a licensed speech-language pathologist is essential for a tailored treatment plan. They can provide specific exercises, feedback, and monitor your progress to ensure you achieve the best results. Additionally, they can address any underlying psychological or emotional factors that may contribute to the condition.
https://www.asha.org/practice-portal/clinical-topics/voice-disorders/#collapse_0
Thank you.
language program because sometimes they provide free or discounted services and they are SO GOOD about sending you to who you need. Voice specialists can be hard to find, even with speech-language pathologists (I know of only 3 in my state!). University programs for speech and hearing are usually really well connected! The professional you go with may also recommend a scope of your vocal folds during phonation to make sure things are functioning properly. I wish you well and hope the best for your next steps.
Thanks for reaching out with your question.
Firstly, before beginning any voice therapy, it's important to have your
vocal folds evaluated by an ENT to ensure their health and prevent damage.
Darrell Lauer
You can try:
1) Humming down the scale starting the with high pitch and keep scaling down to the lowest pitch possible. Sustain that lower pitch as long as you can.
2) Sustain a vowel sound while lowering your thyroid cartilage...this is the part on your neck where you would find your adam's apple. Massage that area and pull it down. Pull it down while sustaining any vowel.
These are just two that I tend to use most often but there are others you can research. I will attach and article for your reference.
Best wishes!
http://www.laryngologyandvoice.org/article.asp?issn=2230-9748;year=2012;volume=2;issue=1;spage=26;epage=29;aulast=Desai;type=3