What is Speech–language pathology?

Speech–language pathology is a field of expertise practiced by a clinician known as a speech–language pathologist or a speech and language therapist, both of whom may be referred to as a speech therapist. Speech–language pathology is considered a "related health profession" or "allied health profession", along with audiology, optometry, occupational therapy, rehabilitation psychology, physical therapy and others.

SLPs specialize in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of communication disorders , cognitive-communication disorders, voice disorders, and swallowing disorders. SLPs also play an important role in the diagnosis and treatment of autism spectrum disorder.