Overview

Blending the established knowledge base on neurogenic language disorders with a contemporary ethnocultural perspective, this excellent text on neurogenic communication disorders of adults provides clinicians with a bonus by filling in several gaps in the understanding of the social, cultural and ethnic variables that affect assessment and treatment of communication disorders in the elderly. TEXTBOOK

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Author:   Joan C. Payne
Publisher:   Cengage Learning, Inc
Imprint:   Singular Publishing Group Inc.
Dimensions:   Width: 14.70cm , Height: 2.50cm , Length: 22.40cm
Weight:   0.499kg
ISBN:  

9781565937291

ISBN 10:   1565937295
Pages:   405
Publication Date:   01 May 1997
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Undergraduate ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Creating a Culturally Appropriate Clinical Environment for Aging Adults. Aging Adult Language: Demographic and Factors. Aspects of Health and Language in Older Adults. Use of Language Intervention Services by Aging Adults. Neurogenic Language Disorders in the Elderly. Dementia and Disorders of Cognition and Language in the Elderly. Traumatic Brain Injury in Older Adult. Cerebrovascular Accidents. Glossary. Appendix A: Universal Precautions for Working with Parents. Index.

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[A] comprehensive and up to data text ... provides therapists [with] a fascinating insight into managing their patients effectively within the appropriate cultural milieu.

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