Management of the Communicatively Challenged Adult After Stroke: Partners in Rehabilitation

Notes that, in addition to dysphagia, there are many possible negative effects that may result from a stroke, including impairments in speech and language production and use, comprehension and underlying cognitive processes such as memory, attention/concentration, reasoning and executive function. D...

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Published in:Loss, grief & care grief & care, 1998-01, Vol.8 (1-2), p.99-101
Main Author: Bores, Joyce
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Communication disorders
Patients
Role
Speech therapy
Strokes
Treatment
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Summary:Notes that, in addition to dysphagia, there are many possible negative effects that may result from a stroke, including impairments in speech and language production and use, comprehension and underlying cognitive processes such as memory, attention/concentration, reasoning and executive function. Discusses how the impact of such deficits upon daily life can be devastating to both stroke victim and his/her family. Argues that adjustments must be made not only to the communication impairments but to long term changes in the social, financial and emotional structure of the family. (Quotes from original text)
ISSN:8756-4610
DOI:10.1300/J132v08n01_13