Ventricular dysphonia, sometimes referred to as "false vocal cord" or "supraglottic" dysphonia, is a speech disorder that occurs when the vocal cords fail to vibrate properly during speech. This can result in a hoarse, whispery, or strained sounding voice. There are several synonyms for ventricular dysphonia, including "laryngeal dysphonia", "nonorganic dysphonia", and "muscle tension dysphonia". Other terms commonly used to describe this condition include "vocal cord dysfunction" and "paradoxical vocal fold motion". Despite the different names used, the symptoms and causes of this condition remain relatively consistent and typically require specialized treatment from a speech therapist or otolaryngologist.