This thesis explores speech-language pathologists'(SLPs) perceptions of, experiences with,
and perceived barriers to providing psychosocial support to couples impacted by aphasia. A …

The psychosocial needs of couples impacted by aphasia are often unmet. Sixty-one
marriage and family therapists'(MFTs) experiences, perceived knowledge, confidence …

Purpose: This study explored the acceptability and impact of relationship-centered
communication partner training (RC-CPT) in couples impacted by aphasia. In particular …

Communication partner training has been shown to result in greater communication success
between people with aphasia (PWA) and their significant others/caregivers (SO/Cs). A single …

Background Communication is at the heart of relationships, especially for couples. When
language is altered, as it is in aphasia, communication in couples can be affected. Aims To …

Communication partners of people with aphasia (PWA) often experience difficulties in their
conversations with PWA; these individuals often lack adequate communication support …

Aphasia is an acquired communication disorder that impacts multiple domains of language.
A person with aphasia may experience negative consequences following their diagnosis …

Background Counseling is a part of the scope of practice for speech-language pathologists
(SLPs), however training has been inconsistent across programs. Students, clinical fellows …

Purpose Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) who work with people with aphasia focus on
assessment and intervention to support improved communication outcomes for their clients …

The current study aims to collect pilot data on the effects of a newly developed
communication partner training protocol for caregivers of persons with aphasia (PWA) …