Speech and hearing are crucial aspects of human communication.

Speech refers to the ability to express thoughts, ideas, and feelings through verbal language, while hearing is the ability to perceive and interpret sound.

Common Speech and Hearing-Related Issues

1. Speech disorders (e.g., stuttering, apraxia)
2. Language disorders (e.g., aphasia)
3. Hearing loss (conductive, sensorineural)
4. Auditory processing disorders

Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) and audiologists are healthcare professionals who specialize in assessing, diagnosing, and treating speech and hearing disorders.