Date of Award
Spring 5-1-2024
Document Type
Thesis (699 registration)
Degree Name
Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology
Department
Graduate Studies
Committee Chair
Elaine Pyle, Ph.D., M.S./CCC-SLP
Keywords
Juvenile Justice, Language Disorders, Learning Disabilities, Interprofessional Practice
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to gain more understanding of how individuals who work with the juvenile justice population understand language disorders and the scope of speech and language therapy services. In addition, this study explored potential supports for individuals working in this setting. This study consisted of twenty participants working in the juvenile justice system who completed a survey tool that was designed by the researcher to describe the participant's perceptions of speech-language pathology, current procedures, reported challenges, and potential areas in need of support. Participant knowledge of the scope of speech-language pathology varied among participants. The highest reported challenge among participants was youth behavior. The majority of participants believe that social skills and language skills can impact behavior. Ninety percent of the participants indicated a willingness to receive training on communication strategies. The findings of this study suggest that there is a willingness among individuals who work in the juvenile justice setting to receive education on language disorders and communication strategies. The results of this study indicate a need for increased advocacy and awareness in the field of speech-language pathology to increase the population’s understanding of speech-language services in the juvenile justice setting.
Recommended Citation
Buendgen, Julia, "Understanding Practitioner’s Perceptions of Speech and Language Therapy Services in the Juvenile Justice System" (2024). Dissertations, Theses, and Projects. 948.
https://red.mnstate.edu/thesis/948