Optimising existing speech-language therapy resources in an underserved community: A study of the Maldives

CONCLUSION: While this study discovered limitations, the existing resources that were identified can be better directed to reach more children who require services in the Maldives. The following potential alternative service delivery approaches were derived from the results: focusing on prevention, using public health approaches to train families and teachers, creating awareness, building capacity within the community, and adopting cost-effective approaches to provide services.PMID:34325224 | DOI:10.1016/j.jcomdis.2021.106136
Source: Journal of Communication Disorders - Category: Speech-Language Pathology Authors: Source Type: research