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Darrell Lauer, SPEECH PATHOLOGIST
Speech-Language Pathologist
Dr. Darrell Lauer is a speech language pathologist practicing in New York, NY. Dr. Lauer specializes in speech, language and swallowing disorders in patients. As a speech language pathologist, Dr. Lauer evaluates, diagnoses and treats patients with communication and swallowing troubles. These conditions may be due to developmental delay, brain injury, hearing loss, autism, stroke or other diseases and injuries. Dr. Lauer helps patients make sounds and improve their voices through various methods. Speech language pathologists also work with patients to strengthen muscles used to speak and swallow, and work with individuals and families to help cope with their conditions.
54 years
Experience
Darrell Lauer, SPEECH PATHOLOGIST
- New York, NY
- Michigan State University
- Accepting new patients
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Why does my daughter hit her head when she can't say something?
It is very likely that she has severe frustration when she has issues expressing herself correctly. A speech therapist AND a psychologist would be important in helping your daughter READ MORE
It is very likely that she has severe frustration when she has issues expressing herself correctly. A speech therapist AND a psychologist would be important in helping your daughter overcome this dangerous condition. An evaluation should happen ASAP to discover how to help your daughter. A college or university in your area that offers a master’s degree in speech pathology would be the best place to begin. If there is not a place to offer this degree, then contact your board of education for a recommendation. Also your child’s pediatrician might be a good research for her condition. Good luck and best wishes, Darrell Lauer m.s. CCC/SLP
Why is my 4 year old son still unable to speak fluently?
There are several possibilities that could cause this, but without evaluating your son, it would be difficult to make a definitive answer. You should take your son for an evaluation READ MORE
There are several possibilities that could cause this, but without evaluating your son, it would be difficult to make a definitive answer. You should take your son for an evaluation by a certified speech/language pathologist that works with primarily children. This referral can be obtained by your local board of education or perhaps your pediatrician.
Good luck and stay calm when talking to your child.
Best wishes,
Darrell Lauer
Good luck and stay calm when talking to your child.
Best wishes,
Darrell Lauer
What causes puberphonia in some kids?
By kids you must mean those who have passed puberty and have the ability to speak with a lower voice pitch range. Most of these boys have some psychological reason for this to READ MORE
By kids you must mean those who have passed puberty and have the ability to speak with a lower voice pitch range. Most of these boys have some psychological reason for this to continue and their wanting to speak in a too high pitch, sounding like a women.
A counselor that the boy can relate to would be the best person to talk to in these cases. However, a voice specialist could meet with the boy to determine if there is a quick solution to this issue. There can also be a webbing in the glottis (the space between the vocal folds) that prevents the vocal folds from vibrating slow enough to allow a lower pitch to be achieved. In this case a visit to an otolaryngologist would be needed and the doctor would perform a procedure to remove the tissue. This is not very common but possible.
A counselor that the boy can relate to would be the best person to talk to in these cases. However, a voice specialist could meet with the boy to determine if there is a quick solution to this issue. There can also be a webbing in the glottis (the space between the vocal folds) that prevents the vocal folds from vibrating slow enough to allow a lower pitch to be achieved. In this case a visit to an otolaryngologist would be needed and the doctor would perform a procedure to remove the tissue. This is not very common but possible.
Why do some children have speech disorders and not others?
The answer to this is, “Why do some children get cancer when other children do not?” In other words there is no specific reason for this to occur. Some say that it is genetic READ MORE
The answer to this is, “Why do some children get cancer when other children do not?” In other words there is no specific reason for this to occur. Some say that it is genetic and others say that it is environmental and others say that it is a combination of the two. Your opinion is as good as anyone else.
My son was born with slight hearing loss. Will he have a speech problem as well?
You don’t say whether your son’s hearing loss is in one ear or both. If it is a “slight” loss in one ear, the answer is probably not. If it is in both ears, maybe, depending on READ MORE
You don’t say whether your son’s hearing loss is in one ear or both. If it is a “slight” loss in one ear, the answer is probably not. If it is in both ears, maybe, depending on what “slight” means. If your otolaryngologist, hopefully one who specializes in the ears, has not recommended that you take your son to an audiologist, then don’t worry at this point. Two years old, especially early in his second year, boys sometimes don’t begin speaking words until later in their second year. However, it definitely can’t hurt to have an evaluation by a speech pathologist who specializes in early intervention. If there is a college or university nearby who gives a diploma in speech/language/audiology pathology at the master’s level, this would be the best option. If not, check with your local education department for a recommendation. Reading to your son on a daily basis is also important to do.
Good luck, and best wishes.
Darrell Lauer, m.m., ms, ccc/slp
Good luck, and best wishes.
Darrell Lauer, m.m., ms, ccc/slp
What does it mean if my child is wheezing?
If your child is wheezing, it probably means that they have asthma or some severe allergy. They should be taken immediately to a pulmonologist (one who specializes in the lungs) READ MORE
If your child is wheezing, it probably means that they have asthma or some severe allergy. They should be taken immediately to a pulmonologist (one who specializes in the lungs) for an evaluation to see what is causing this condition. Good luck, Darrell Lauer
At what age should a delayed child start speech therapy?
A one year old boy, especially if in the early part of year one, is definitely not verbally delayed. If however, he reaches two and still no word utterances at all, then he should READ MORE
A one year old boy, especially if in the early part of year one, is definitely not verbally delayed. If however, he reaches two and still no word utterances at all, then he should be taken for a speech /language evaluation, hopefully one who specializes in early intervention. In the meantime read to your son on a daily basis and stay calm and try not to worry about this situation. Hopefully it will resolve itself. Good luck, Darrell Lauer
Why did my child develop a stutter?
It is hard to know for sure but more than likely he became self conscious in the school setting and this was the way it came out. Boys are more likely to develop stuttering issues READ MORE
It is hard to know for sure but more than likely he became self conscious in the school setting and this was the way it came out. Boys are more likely to develop stuttering issues then girls but girls also can develop a stuttering problem. In most cases this issue will resolve itself but it is very important to take your son for a speech/language evaluation. This is because he might develop some self doubt that can effect his self esteem. Children can be cruel and make fun of your child which can be harmful. The sooner he can learn strategies to reduce his anxiety the better it will be. Good luck, Darrell Lauer
Can difficulty hearing affect your speech?
Most definitely. You should go immediately to an otolaryngologist who specializes in hearing. He will then send you to an audiologist (he probably will have one in their office) READ MORE
Most definitely. You should go immediately to an otolaryngologist who specializes in hearing. He will then send you to an audiologist (he probably will have one in their office) to see how bad your hearing is and what kind of hearing aid would be most effective for you. They can also give you strategies for hearing better in noisy places, etc. Good luck, Best wishes. Darrell Lauer
Why does my daughter get angry when she can't say words?
She is frustrated that she either doesn’t know the word that she wants to use or can’t say the word for any reason. Try to stay calm and if you know the word, say it for your READ MORE
She is frustrated that she either doesn’t know the word that she wants to use or can’t say the word for any reason. Try to stay calm and if you know the word, say it for your child. This might help her relieve her frustration and begin to ease the situation. If it continues, take her for a speech/language evaluation to evaluate why she is having this condition. Hopefully it should be done by an early childhood intervention specialist. If you have a college or university that offers a master’s degree in speech language pathologist, this would be the best place to contact for an evaluation. If not, contact your local education department in your area for a recommendation. Reading daily to your child is a very good thing to do. Good luck and best wishes, Darrell Lauer
Can a damaged tooth affect your speech?
A damaged tooth can affect your articulation of your utterances, especially if it is in the front of your mouth. You should have the tooth repaired or replaced by a good dentist. READ MORE
A damaged tooth can affect your articulation of your utterances, especially if it is in the front of your mouth. You should have the tooth repaired or replaced by a good dentist.
Good luck, and best wishes,
Darrell Lauer
Good luck, and best wishes,
Darrell Lauer
How do I help a child I adopted with speech delays?
You don’t say how far into your daughter’s second year she is and also what kind of speech delays you are talking about. Many children, girls and boys, are not speaking more than READ MORE
You don’t say how far into your daughter’s second year she is and also what kind of speech delays you are talking about. Many children, girls and boys, are not speaking more than a few words, especially if it is early in their second year. However, if it is late in the second year and there is little language being spoken, then an evaluation by a speech/language pathologist who specializes in early childhood development would be appropriate. If there is a college or university who offers a master’s degree program in speech/language pathology, this would be the place to contact. If not, contact your local department of education for a recommendation . Also daily reading to your daughter is a very good thing to be doing. Good luck. Best wishes, Darrell Lauer
Does anxiety cause a stutter?
Anxiety can definitely cause one to stutter if you have the neurological elements to causes stuttering. When one is anxious, any kind of physical attribute will become more prevalent. READ MORE
Anxiety can definitely cause one to stutter if you have the neurological elements to causes stuttering. When one is anxious, any kind of physical attribute will become more prevalent. You should go to a speech/language pathologist who has success with working with stuttering. There are strategies to help one with this condition. I have had luck with the few cases that I have worked with. It can be difficult depending on how severe your condition is. Have you ever seen the movie, The King’s Speech? You should watch it, if you haven’t already seen it. He had a very severe stuttering issue that improved but never completely went away, especially when under sever pressure. Good luck, and best wishes, Darrell Lauer
What doctor should I take my child to for his stutter?
You should take him to a neurologist for an evaluation but also he probably will recommend a speech/language pathologist to work with strategies to help him. Good luck and best READ MORE
You should take him to a neurologist for an evaluation but also he probably will recommend a speech/language pathologist to work with strategies to help him. Good luck and best wishes, Darrell Lauer
Is there a cure for stuttering?
Yes, there are definitely techniques that will help him improve his communication skills. It is not instant improvement, but slow growth. Depending on the severity of the case, READ MORE
Yes, there are definitely techniques that will help him improve his communication skills. It is not instant improvement, but slow growth. Depending on the severity of the case, the amount of improvement can vary. The movie "The King’s Speech" is a good example of this. I have had success with this type of problem.
Good luck, and I hope your husband can find help.
Best wishes.
Good luck, and I hope your husband can find help.
Best wishes.
My son has delayed speech. Should I take him to a speech language pathologist?
You don’t say when your son turned three. This could be an important fact. If he is almost four and is still speaking in only two or three word phrases, it would be important READ MORE
You don’t say when your son turned three. This could be an important fact. If he is almost four and is still speaking in only two or three word phrases, it would be important to take him to a speech pathologist for an evaluation. However if he just turned three, you can wait a while to see if he begins to use more vocabulary and uses more complete sentences. Reading out loud to your child is also important to get your son to use more language. Also working a little with him learning the alphabet and seeing words printed could also be helpful. Good luck and don’t worry!
My daughter is unable to express her speech clearly. What should I do?
You should take her for an evaluation of this issue. If you live near a college or university that offers a master's degree in speech/language pathology, that would be the best READ MORE
You should take her for an evaluation of this issue. If you live near a college or university that offers a master's degree in speech/language pathology, that would be the best place. Otherwise, your local board of education can arrange a qualified professional to evaluate your daughter. Most likely there is nothing to worry about and time will take care of it. However, an evaluation should be performed just in case remediation is needed.
i have puberohonia (female voice, pitch break, etc)?
To Whom It May Concern: The first thing that one must do, if you haven’t already, is make an appointment which an otolaryngologist who specializes in the professional voice. There READ MORE
To Whom It May Concern: The first thing that one must do, if you haven’t already, is make an appointment which an otolaryngologist who specializes in the professional voice. There is always the possibility that one has a webbing that is causing this problem. If that is not the case, then exploring the ability to find ones speaking voice in a range that is normal for the adult male is the next step. This requires more than one can state on an email. Direct contact through virtual or in person communication would be necessary.
Darrell Lauer
Darrell Lauer
