Why does RFK Jr.’s voice sound like that? What to know about spasmodic dysphonia
Ever wondered why Robert Kennedy Jr.'s voice sounds unusual? He was diagnosed with a neurological disorder that impacts vocal cords. What to know.
What is spasmodic dysphonia? The condition that makes RFK Jr sound 'strangled’
What is spasmodic dysphonia? The condition that makes RFK Jr sound 'strangled’ - Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services previously said that he ‘can’t stand’ his voice
Why does RFK Jr. sound like that? What to know about spasmodic dysphonia, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s rare neurological condition
Spasmodic dysphonia (SD), sometimes referred to as laryngeal dystonia, is a rare neurological condition impacting the voice and speech that impacts approximately 50,000 people in North America. For people with SD, muscles spasms in the larynx (also known as the voice box) cause the voice to sound tight, strangled or strained.
What is spasmodic dysphonia, the condition that impacts RFK Jr.'s voice?
The neurological condition can cause people like Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to have voices that break and can sound "strangled."
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s voice affected by spasmodic dysphonia: Know about this rare condition
American politician Robert F. Kennedy Jr. once had a very strong voice. But last month when he appeared during the Senate confirmation hearing for his nomination to the US Secretary of Health and Human Services,
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Has Spasmodic Dysphonia — Here’s What That Is
Spasmodic dysphonia is a rare neurological disorder that causes involuntary spasms in the vocal cords, making speech strained, breathy, or hoarse.
A rare brain disorder robbed Robert F. Kennedy Jr. of his strong speaking voice
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has spasmodic dysphonia, a voice disorder caused by a malfunction in the brain. Here’s what to know.
R.F.K. Jr Has Spasmodic Dysphonia, a Condition That Makes His Voice Raspy
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. started developing symptoms of the condition in 1996. Spasmodic dysphonia is a neurological condition that causes certain muscles in the “voice box,” or larynx, to spasm, often making the voice sound raspy, strained or breathy.
What to Know About Spasmodic Dysphonia, the Condition That Affects RFK Jr.’s Voice
Spasmodic dysphonia is considered a task-specific type of dystonia, which means it affects regular speech. It’s less likely to impact other types of vocal activities, Frankford says, including laughing, crying, whispering, and sometimes even singing.
Why is RFK Jr.’s voice raspy? What to know about spasmodic dysphonia
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s raspy voice was on full display when his high-stakes confirmation hearing got underway Wednesday — as lawmakers grilled President Trump’s controversial pick to
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