Book[edited by] Leonard L. LaPointe, Julie A.G. Stierwalt
Contents:
Brain basics
Humanistic basics : accommodation, adjustment, and aristos
Aphasia theory, models, and classification
Neuroimaging and brain-based communication disorders
Care for people with aphasia and related neurogenic communication disorders in acute hospital settings
Multicultural and multilinguistic issues
General principles of assessment
Naming and word retrieval impairments
Comprehension
Acquired impairments of reading and writing
Syntax and linguistic-based approaches
pragmatics and discourse
Social and life participation approaches to aphasia intervention
Assistive technology
Treatment effectiveness and evidence-based practice
Telepractice
Digital and electronic advances in the management of aphasia and related neurogenic language disorders
Resources for families and clinicians
Funding and reimbursement of speech-language services
Primary progressive aphasia
Communication disorders associated with right hemisphere brain damage
Dementia
Traumatic brain injury, blast injuries, and multisystem injuries
Communication and cognition