Description
With chapters containing up to 50 percent new coverage, this book provides a thorough update of the latest research and development in the area of acquired aphasia. Coverage includes the symptoms of aphasia, assessment, neuropsychology, the specific linguistic deficits associated with aphasia, related disorders, recovery, and rehabilitation. This comprehensive compilation, written by some of the most knowledgeable workers in the field, provides an authoritative text and reference for graduate students, clinicians, and researchers.- Chapters include up to 50 percent new coverage- Provides update of latest research in the field- Includes writings by the most knowledgeable workers in the field- Comprehensive, exhaustive reference tool
Table of Contents
Aphasia: Historical PerspectivesSigns of AphasiaNeuroanatomical Correlates of the AphasiasAssessment of AphasiaPhonological Aspects of AphasiaLexical DeficitsSentence Processing in AphasiaExplanations for the Concept of Apraxia of SpeechAphasia-Related DisordersIntelligence and AphasiaArtistry and AphasiaAging, Language, and Language DisordersAcquired Aphasia in ChildrenAphasia after Traumatic Brain InjuryAcquired Aphasia in Bilingual SpeakersEthnocultural Dynamics and Acquired AphasiaThe Psychological and Social Sequelae of AphasiaRecovery and Rehabilitation in Aphasia
