Speech Pathologists Questions Pressured speech

What's pressured speech?

My doctor told me that my son has pressured speech and I'm really having trouble understanding exactly what this means. Can you explain pressured speech to me?

3 Answers

This is not a speech pathology related condition. It is more related to psychiatric problems. I am not the best person to comment on it. It is a very fast paced speech which is due to how the individual is feeling at that time. It is difficult for people to understand. This is not the same as a fast rate of speech as in a condition called Cluttering which is treated by Speech pathologists.
Pressured speech is an extreme need to talk and impulsively share ideas, thoughts, comments, etc. I recommend seeking a psychological evaluation for further assistance.
That's a term I've heard in the field of psychiatry and not in my scope of practice. I would recommend if your son is not already being seen by a speech language pathologist and you are concerned about his communication, to have him complete an evaluation by a speech language pathologist. If your physician can refer you to one that would make it easier for you with the outpatient setting. but you can also try your hand at a private practice.