American journal of speech-language pathology
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Am J Speech Lang Pathol · May 2011
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyParent perceptions of the language development of toddlers with developmental delays before and after participation in parent-coached language interventions.
This study examined parent perception of early communication development before and after participation in language intervention. ⋯ Augmented language intervention may not only help the child communicate but also have a positive impact on parent perception of language development.
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Am J Speech Lang Pathol · May 2011
The importance of production frequency in therapy for childhood apraxia of speech.
This study explores the importance of production frequency during speech therapy to determine whether more practice of speech targets leads to increased performance within a treatment session, as well as to motor learning, in the form of generalization to untrained words. ⋯ Both treatment designs were effective, though frequent and intense practice of speech resulted in more rapid response to treatment in 2 children whose primary communication difficulty was childhood apraxia of speech.
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Am J Speech Lang Pathol · Aug 2010
Tell me your story: analysis of script topics selected by persons with aphasia.
This study examined the content of 100 short scripts, co-constructed by persons with aphasia (PWA) and a clinician. The PWA subsequently learned the scripts by interacting with a computerized virtual therapist. The goal was to provide clinicians with ideas regarding content for treatment that is meaningful to PWAs. ⋯ PWAs choose to speak about their life experiences, choose to reconnect with their families, and tend to focus on communication that can help them to negotiate mundane normal life. Independent of how this content is used in treatment, materials should emphasize matters of high personal relevance to those treated.
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Am J Speech Lang Pathol · Nov 2009
Case ReportsThe use of narratives to identify characteristics leading to a productive life following acquired brain injury.
To determine the factors leading to successful recovery and productive lifestyles after acquired brain injury (ABI). ⋯ The issues raised in these interviews may serve to inspire other survivors and provide them with hope and motivation as they progress through the recovery process. Suggestions on how clinicians can help to facilitate this process are discussed.
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Am J Speech Lang Pathol · May 2009
ReviewHealth literacy and the role of the speech-language pathologist.
This article reviews concepts of health literacy and discusses the role of speech-language pathologists in improving the health literacy of individuals with and without communication disorders. ⋯ There is a paucity of information available on health literacy within the field of speech-language pathology. Suggestions are offered regarding increasing health literacy research and intervention by speech-language pathologists.