Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Rare Voice Disorder
JFK Jr.'s Sons Say His Voice Is Changing
What is adductor spasmodic dysphonia?
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a leading environmental activist and son of the late U.S. Senator Robert F. Kennedy, has a rare voice disorder that makes it difficult for him to speak at times.
Kennedy, 68, was diagnosed with adductor spasmodic dysphonia around 1996 at the age of 40. The rare neurological disorder causes the vocal cords to spasm, resulting in a raspy, strained voice. Kennedy's voice often breaks or quavers when he speaks, and he sometimes has difficulty projecting his voice.
In a 2018 interview with The New York Times, Kennedy said that his voice disorder has had a significant impact on his life. "It's been a huge challenge," he said. "I've had to learn to speak differently, and I've had to find ways to cope with the frustration of not being able to always communicate effectively."
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