Catering to patients with Parkinson’s disease: a survey on self-perceived competence and barriers of speech and language pathologists in Malaysia
Giuditta Smith, Nursabrina Binti Kamarulzaman, Ching Sin Siau, Shin Ying Chu, Pei Jun Woo, Mike Minwen Zhang, Man-Ching Yuen, Maria Garraffa · 2026
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Giuditta Smith and colleagues survey speech and language pathologists in Malaysia about Parkinson's disease care, in a 2026 study. Speech and swallowing problems are common in Parkinson's disease and affect daily life. Referrals for therapy remain infrequent. The survey asked clinicians how confident they feel and what blocks good care.
Fifty-four therapists with at least one Parkinson's case took part online. They rated confidence across speech, language, movement, thinking, and swallowing tasks. The survey also recorded service patterns and barriers chosen from structured options. Results map where training and service changes are most needed, so referrals can turn into effective support for patients.
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| CREATOR | Giuditta Smith, Nursabrina Binti Kamarulzaman, Ching Sin Siau, Shin Ying Chu, Pei Jun Woo, Mike Minwen Zhang, Man-Ching Yuen, Maria Garraffa |
|---|---|
| YEAR | 2026 |
| COLLECTION | PAPERS |
| FORMAT | TXT |
| FILE SIZE | 42 KB |
| VERSION | 1.0 |
| LICENSE | CC BY 4.0 |
| RIGHTS | CC BY |
| SOURCE | Europe PMC |