Culture and Ethnicity Do Not Play a Role in the Occurrence

Question

Culture and ethnicity do not play a role in the occurrence of voice disorders.

Accepted Answer

Culture and ethnicity can influence voice use and vocal health, which in turn can increase the risk for voice disorders. Factors such as language, accent, vocal demands of a particular culture or profession, and cultural beliefs about voice use and care should be taken into consideration when assessing and treating voice disorders among individuals from diverse backgrounds.