Voice Activities

• identify behaviors that are contributing to the voice problems, including unhealthy vocal hygiene practices (e.g., shouting, talking loudly over noise, coughing, throat clearing, and poor hydration) 

• implement healthy vocal hygiene practices (e.g., drinking plenty of water and talking at a moderate volume) and practices to reduce vocally traumatic behaviors (e.g., voice conservation (rest))

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(Depending on the cause & severity of the voice disorder, additional treatment approaches are available.)