Autism spectrum disorders
Look out for the early signs of autism
When children have autism, it's possible to recognize the symptoms as early as when they are 18 months old.
Jan 2, 2023
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News tagged with voices
Medical research
Singers' genre may play role in voice injuries
A singer's primary genre can impact the likelihood of developing vocal fold injury and may even influence the specific type of injury that occurs, a recent study by UT Southwestern researchers suggests.
Dec 5, 2022
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Health
Using friendly faces can help close gaps on vaccines and more
The coronavirus pandemic magnified health disparities among racial and ethnic groups. Some experts say using trusted community voices could help close gaps not only in vaccination rates but in overall health.
Oct 20, 2022
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Neuroscience
Struggling to understand the younger generation? Don't worry, research reveals it's only natural
Can't understand what the grandchildren mean? Don't worry, University of Essex research has revealed it is only natural. A new study has shown that the brain's ability to correctly recognize emotional cues in voices declines ...
Oct 19, 2022
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Parkinson's & Movement disorders
Voice screening app delivers rapid results for Parkinson's and severe COVID
A new screening test app could help advance the early detection of Parkinson's disease and severe COVID-19, improving the management of these illnesses.
Oct 5, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Voice-control smart devices might hinder kids' social and emotional development, says expert
Voice-control smart devices, such as Alexa, Siri, and Google Home might hinder children's social and emotional development, argues an expert in the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning in health care, in a ...
Sep 27, 2022
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Autism spectrum disorders
Meet Orbit, the interactive robot that looks to help children with autism spectrum disorders develop social skills
"Hey there. Allow me to introduce you to your new companion, Orbit, a robot you can play with and listen to. Not only can Orbit hear you, they can feel you too."
Sep 23, 2022
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Oncology & Cancer
Innovation enables more efficient screening of voice pathologies
In cases of advanced laryngeal cancer, a complex surgery called laryngectomy is performed, when the organ vital for a person's ability to speak is removed. Striving to improve the patient's quality of life after laryngectomy, ...
Aug 22, 2022
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Neuroscience
Specialized brain regions recognize vocal cues that don't involve speech
Specific parts of the brain recognize complex cues in human vocal sounds that do not involve speech, such as crying, coughing or gasping—found researchers from the University of Pittsburgh.
Jul 28, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Detection of pitch errors in well-known songs
Ever notice when someone's singing out of key? Like when you're in a karaoke bar and your best friend belts out her favorite Adele track but woefully misses the mark? Ever wonder how you know right away she's singing flat?
Jul 21, 2022
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