Overview

Using a series of case studies and supported by lectures and workshops this topic introduces students to knowledge of the aetiology, nature, prognosis, mechanisms, course and management of acquired language disorders, especially aphasia. On completion of this topic students will also be able to use evidence based assessments in order … For more content click the Read More button below.

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Aims

This topic aims to:

  • Provide an understanding of brain functioning, specifically in relation to language
  • Provide an understanding of neuro/psycholinguistic models of language processing
  • Provide students with the knowledge and principles of aphasiology, which are essential for the assessment, diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of aphasia
  • Familiarise students with the procedures of diagnosis and treatment within a psycholinguistic framework
  • Provide an understanding of the psychological, social, and functional aspects of aphasia

Learning outcomes

On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:
1.
Hypothesise how different strokes (location, cause) will affect the language and non-language functions of an individual (drawing on your knowledge of neuroanatomy/ neurophysiology)
2.
Justify the use of various approaches to assessment, diagnosis and intervention in aphasiology (drawing on your knowledge of neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, psycholinguistics and the ICF model)
3.
Formulate appropriate diagnostic statements and prognosis for rehabilitation, based on given assessment results and client factors
4.
Apply the principles of learning and rehabilitation in the context of a neurological damage and client centred care

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