4. Use Technology
Although the impaired motor functioning experienced by those with dysarthria may extend to the ability to use handheld devices or typing on a computer, this isn’t always the case. The brain injury or stroke may affect only the speech areas of the brain but may not have compromised the ability to use one’s hands at all or the ability to form words into ideas.
The prevalence of social media has given many dysarthria sufferers a new way to socialize, exchange information and connect with people. There are a large number of those with dysarthria who are elderly and who otherwise may not have been attracted to social media find that Facebook, Twitter or Instagram are excellent opportunities to connect with relatives and express themselves when their ability to speak is impaired.
In addition to social media, technology that will literally give Dysarthria a voice through simulated voice technology can make communication easier.