Increased social deprivation drive demand
There is a well-established link between health inequality and health need, and this link is also present with speech and language difficulties.
The gap between the rich and the poor has been increasing, as well as the number of families living in poverty. This is likely to increase demand on SLT services. This social deprivation increase may also be linked to regional inequalities, therefore requiring targeted recruitment to make sure the level of demand is met.
Related Sectors Related Specialities
- Healthcare
- Social care
- Public health
- Allied health professionals
Related Themes Related Projects
Size of impact
Level of uncertainty
Proposed workforce impact
- There may be an increase in demand due to the link between poverty and healthcare need.
Sources or references
- http://www.publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/register/speech-and-language-difficulties.htm
- http://www.jrf.org.uk/sites/files/jrf/inequality-income-social-problems-full.pdf
- http://www.theguardian.com/society/2011/dec/05/income-inequality-growing-faster-uk
Additional research questions
- Is this trend likely to continue?
- Can targeted public health initiatives help reduce health inequalities?
Some of the information in this section is provided by stakeholders and expert groups, and does not necessarily represent the views of the CfWI.
