Overview

Aphasia and Related Neurogenic Language Disorders Rapid advances in neural imaging, particularly in regard to neural plasticity and brain changes, have resulted in an evolving neurorehabilitation paradigm for aphasia and related language disorders. Aphasia and Related Neurogenic Language Disorders has been adopted worldwide as a text for aphasia courses. This new 5th edition by Leonard LaPointe and Julie Stierwalt encompasses state-of-the-art concepts and approaches from an impressive cadre of experts who work in research labs, classrooms, clinics, and hospitals-including the world-renowned Mayo Clinic. As in previous editions, this book embraces a humanistic approach to treatment, addressing multicultural and multilinguistic considerations and social model interventions. The text encompasses a full continuum of cognitive-language disorder management-from everyday practicalities, assessment, and treatment to disorder-specific cases with evidence-based data. Additions to the 5th edition include chapters on pragmatics and discourse, telepractice, digital and electronic advances, funding and reimbursement, and comprehension, syntax, and linguistic based disorders. Key Features: A new chapter on neuroanatomical basics features exquisite illustrations An in-depth look at neurogenic communication disorders from Mayo Clinic provides firsthand insights on treating patients in an acute care hospital setting Discussion and test questions, case studies, and clinical pearls offer invaluable didactic guidance A chapter on expanded traumatic brain injury covers blast injuries and multisystem injuries This is the most comprehensive yet concise resource on aphasia and related disorders available today. New legions of speech language pathology students, residents, course directors, and practitioners will discover a remarkable guide on the treatment of communication disorders.

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Author:   Leonard L. LaPointe ,  Julie Stierwalt
Publisher:   Thieme Medical Publishers Inc
Imprint:   Thieme Medical Publishers Inc
Edition:   5th edition
Weight:   1.089kg
ISBN:  

9781626234413

ISBN 10:   1626234418
Pages:   278
Publication Date:   24 January 2018
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Section I: Foundations and Practicalities 1. Brain Basics 2 Humanistic Basics: Accommodation, Adjustment, and Aristos 3. Aphasia Theory, Models, and Classification 4. Neuroimaging and Brain-Based Communication Disorders 5. Care for People with Aphasia and Related Neurogenic Communication Disorders in Acute Hospital Settings 6. Multicultural and Multilinguistic Issues Section II: Assessment and Treatment 7. General Principles of Assessment 8. Naming and Word Retrieval Impairments 9. Comprehension 10. Acquired Impairments of Reading and Writing 11. Syntax and Linguistic-Based Approaches 12. Pragmatics and Discourse 13. Social and Life Participation Approaches to Aphasia Intervention 14. Assistive Technology 15. Treatment Effectiveness and Evidence-Based Practice 16. Telepractice 17. Digital and Electronic Advances in the Management of Aphasia and Related Neurogenic Language Disorders 18. Resources for Families and Clinicians 19. Funding and Reimbursement of Speech-Language Services Section III: Related Cognitive-Language Disorders 20. Primary Progressive Aphasia 21. Communication Disorders Associated with Right Hemisphere Brain Damage 22. Dementia 23. Traumatic Brain Injury, Blast Injuries, and Multisystem Injuries 24. Communication and Cognition

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