Speech-language pathologists (SLPs, also
called speech therapists; 言語治療師/言语治疗师 in Chinese) are specialized health care professionals who help old people, adults and children who have language problems (Wikipedia: Simple English, Full English, Chinese).
Sarah Scott was an 18-year old who suffered a stroke. She was unable to speak, but her skillful and very patient SLP gave her much-needed help. You can watch a wonderful series of videos showing how her SLP helped her to recover over a period of several years.
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If you are interested in languages and language learning, SLP can be an excellent career choice. In 2012, the median pay for SLPs was US$70,000 per year (experienced SLPs can earn as much as $90,000 per year). The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association can give you much more information.
