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Anna Eva Hallin1, Petri Partanen2
1Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology (CLINTEC), Division of Speech and Language Pathology, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden.
Logopedics, Phoniatrics, Vocology
|December 28, 2022
Summary
Swedish speech-language pathologists (SLPs) face global challenges like time constraints and diagnosing multilingual children. Systemic changes are needed for better professional development and assessment practices.
Area of Science:
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Clinical Practice Research
Background:
- National surveys inform professional development for speech-language pathologists (SLPs).
- Global challenges in SLP practice necessitate international comparisons.
Purpose of the Study:
- Describe Swedish SLP assessment practices.
- Examine factors influencing these practices.
- Compare findings with international studies.
Main Methods:
- Online questionnaire distributed to 584 SLPs.
- Mixed-method design combining quantitative data with qualitative analysis.
- Deductive analysis of open-ended responses.
Main Results:
- SLPs use standardized and contextualized assessments; less frequent use of language sample analysis and dynamic assessment.
- Key challenges include time constraints, prioritization difficulties, and assessing multilingual/L2 children.
- Lack of national clinical guidelines identified as a significant challenge.
- Experience and interprofessional collaboration enhance assessment quality.
Conclusions:
- Systemic changes are required to address SLP practice challenges.
- Increased time and resources for continuing education are essential.
- Implementation of recommended assessment methods and interprofessional collaboration are crucial.
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