IASLT in Conversation

In anticipation of DLD day taking place on the 15th of October 2021, listen to Brenda Mockler, parent to a child with DLD discuss DLD from the perspective of teachers and parents of secondary school pupils with DLD with Julie Sweeney.

Listen to Dr. Ciara O' Toole, who is a member of the scientific committee on this years IASLT Biennial conference committee discuss what to expect from this years virtual conference in terms of the platform, keynote speakers, topics, presentations and more! Don't forget early bird tickets can be purchased until the 11th of August 2021!

An interview with Sophie Franks about her experiences as an adult with DLD

Dr. Ciara O' Toole interviews Damian Quinn ahead of DLD day 2020.

Dr Ciara O' Toole interviews Dr Aoife Gallagher on the needs of children with DLD in School

Listen to Dr. Helen Kelly share her wealth of knowledge about aphasia, with some hints and tips about how to communicate with and support people with aphasia. Dr. Kelly also discusses the Aphasia Café and the experiences of both patrons with aphasia and SLT students who have attended.

Verbal Dyspraxia Awareness Day took place on the 14th of May 2021. Listen to Dr. Ciara O' Toole interview Professor Trish McCabe on her experience of working in this area and use of the ReST intervention. Stay tuned for some exciting CPD opportunities coming up with Professor McCabe soon!

In recognition of Parkinson’s Awareness month, Veronica Clark is featuring on the IASLT in conversation. Veronica is the current chair of the European Parkinson’s Disease Association and a practicing Speech and Language Therapist in the UK.

World Down Syndrome Day 2021 is celebrated on the 21st of March. Listen to six young adults with Down Syndrome share with us their experience of Speech and Language Therapy and the benefits it has had on their lives

Children's Mental Health Week took place from the 1st to 7th February 2021. Mental Health is a topic that is becoming more and more prevalent in recent times. Listen to Mary and Sarah, who share a joint SLT Manager position at Lucena Clinic share their experiences on what it's like to work in this area as a Speech and Language Therapist, including the highs and lows, as well as the impact Covid-19 has had recently on the area,