Functional Discourse and Quality of Life Changes Following Conversational Training in a Group Setting

Moss, Laura (2009) Functional Discourse and Quality of Life Changes Following Conversational Training in a Group Setting. [Clinical Aphasiology Paper]

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Abstract

Aphasia is associated with changes in communication and well-being. Increased attention has been given to treatment approaches that focus on improving individuals’ functioning in daily activities. The purpose of this investigation was to determine the efficacy of script training in a group setting for improving functional communication and quality of life for patients with aphasia. Results indicated that this treatment was effective for facilitating changes in communication and well-being. Significant changes were found in speaking efficiency for trained scripts and on the two verbal expression instruments used. Furthermore, positive trends on quality of life measures were identified.

Item Type: Clinical Aphasiology Paper
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Depositing User: Cheryl Brown
Date Deposited: 29 Oct 2010
Last Modified: 31 Oct 2016 15:13
Conference: Clinical Aphasiology Conference > Clinical Aphasiology Conference (2009 : 39th : Keystone, CO : May 26-30, 2009)
URI: http://aphasiology.pitt.edu/id/eprint/2088

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