Speech Language Pathology, or Speech Therapy, can be helpful in assessing, diagnosing, or treating disorders related to speech, language, communication, cognition, and swallowing. If you have any of the signs below, it may be time to consider whether Speech Language Pathology is appropriate. Remember, this checklist is meant to be helpful, but most interventions begin with a referral from your physician, so don’t hesitate to chat with your caregivers about whether these interventions might be appropriate for you. I can’t chew or swallow properly I often cough when I eat or drink I don’t have much appetite anymore I’ve lost quite a bit of weight I struggle with carrying on a conversation I don’t communicate as much anymore I feel confused and have trouble remembering My voice is much higher or lower than before I have a hoarse or harsh sound to my voice