Alternative family education programming for adults with chronic aphasia

Authors

Jacqueline J. Hinckley, University of Michigan Ann ArborFollow
Mary E. Packard, University of Michigan Ann Arbor
Lisa G. Bardach, Augmentative Communication-Assistive Technology Specialist Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan Ann Arbor

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

9-1-1995

Publication Title

Topics in Stroke Rehabilitation

Keywords

aphasia, family education, stroke rehabilitation

ISSN

1074-9357

Volume

2

Issue/No.

3

First Page

53

Last Page

63

Abstract

Serious psychological consequences and limited social access are significant effects of chronic aphasia due to stroke. There appears to be a need for ongoing family education and counseling throughout the chronic stage in order to address the psychosocial needs of these individuals and their families. We describe an alternative approach to family education for chronically aphasic individuals. Six-month follow-up results suggest that this educational program has a positive impact on social behaviors, understanding of aphasia, and family communication patterns. The importance of developing and providing educational programs to the chronically impaired beyond the point of formal rehabilitation is discussed.

NSUWorks Citation

Hinckley, Jacqueline J.; Packard, Mary E.; and Bardach, Lisa G., "Alternative family education programming for adults with chronic aphasia" (1995). HPD Articles. 151.
https://nsuworks.nova.edu/hpd_facarticles/151

ORCID ID

0000-0002-4052-1441

DOI

10.1080/10749357.1995.11754080