CMT and Speech

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Reema,

Although I do not have speaking difficulties, sometimes in CMT vocal cords CAN

be affected. CMT is a peripheral neuropathy, so is Frederich's Ataxia, and

speech is an issue in FA.

http://www.lindacrabtree.com/cmtnews/Vocal%20Cord%20Paralysis/Vocal%20Cord%20Par\

alysis%20and%20CMT.htm

here's the link to our young CMT awardee's speech this year

http://www.cmtworld.org/epublisher/publish/article_00119.php

One way I mastered speaking was joining a group called Toastmasters for a few

years. A fun group, and I learned a great deal. I believe they are worldwide

http://www.toastmasters.org/ - look under " clubs around the world " - India IS

listed.

I also learned much about speaking from my 12 step conference work.

Before that I was in school, reading, writing, critiquing, over and over. The

best tool I picked up along the way was keeping a journal - it helps me keep my

thoughts organized and express myself.

Gretchen