Challenging Aphasia Therapies

by FELSON DUCHAN; JUDITH

• ISBN13: 9781841695051
• ISBN10: 184169505X
• Format: Nonspecific Binding
• Copyright: 2004-07-02
• Publisher: Psychology Pres

Summary

Challenging Aphasia Therapiespresents an entirely new approach to thinking on the subject of aphasia therapy by liberating it from traditional models. This is achieved through a process of reflection in which many assumptions previously taken for granted are challenged and reassessed. Internationally renowned experts successfully demonstrate the benefits of learning about aphasia therapy through the process of engaging in it. Topics covered include: * the role of context, culture and conversation in shaping and directing aphasia therapy * the ethical issues that arise from the current tensions between market driven health care industries and the moral commitment to their client welfare * the value of therapy. * the potential and competent use of humor in aphasia therapy. The identification of the strengths and limitations of clinical models and the focus on relevant directions for therapy will be of interest to practicing clinicians as well as anyone involved in studyor research in speech and language therapy.

Table of Contents

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Challenging Aphasia Therapies

Aphasia Therapies: Historical Perspectives and Moral Imperatives

Dare to be Different: The Person and the Practice

Evolving Treatment Methods for Aphasia that make a Difference in Everyday Life

Context, Culture and Conversation

Just Kidding! Humour and Therapy for Aphasia

Learning from Roger Ross: A Clinical Journey

Group Treatment and Jazz: Some Lessons Learned

The Value of Therapy: What Counts?

Consumers' Views of What Makes Therapy Worthwhile

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