Aphasiology: Disorders and Clinical Practice (2nd Edition)
The Second Edition ofAphasiology: Disorders and Clinical Practiceoffers a uniquely balanced and comprehensive presentation of aphasia, encompassing both theoretical study and clinical practice. New to this Edition:Updated informationon many topics, such asfunctional assessments and treatments(including ethnography and outcome measures) andmedical aspects and treatmentskeep the text current and competitive in the field.Anew chapter on dementiassupplements current chapters on other cognitive disorders (right hemisphere dysfunction and traumatic brain injury). Each of these chapters includes additional information on rehabilitation as well as up-to-date information on current research.Content has been reorganizedwithin and between chapters to maximize readability and ease of use as a course text.Psycholinguisticsbackground has been restructured to improve efficiency and readability of the text.Chapter 6 on “Special Investigations”has been eliminated from this edition and its topics have been redistributed, improving the overall flow of the text.Practice quizzes and websitelistingsat the end of most chapters allow students to review what they have just learned and supplement their reading with additional online material.