Speech is defined as the verbal means of communication. Speech includes:
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Articulation: How the speech sounds are produced (ex. "wain" for "rain")
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Voice: Physical production of sound using vocal folds and breath support (includes vocal pitch, quality, and loudness)
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Fluency: Includes the rhythm and flow of speech
Language involves the form (grammar), content (vocabulary), and use (functionality) during the exchange of thoughts and ideas. Language can be divided into two components:
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Expressive Language: Involves the sharing of communicative information (putting thoughts into meaningful utterances)
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Receptive Language: Involves the receiving of communicative information (understanding the ideas of others)
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