CSD 6300 - Aphasia and Other Adult Language Disorders

Credit Hours: 3

A comprehensive study of the communication disorders and differences related to patients diagnosed with cerebrovascular accident, dementia, and traumatic brain injury. This course includes etiologies, characteristics, anatomical/physiologic, psychological, linguistic, and cultural correlates related to receptive and expressive language, social and cognitive aspects of communication. Principles and methods of prevention, assessment, and intervention for individuals with aphasia and cognitive linguistic disorders are emphasized based on evidence-based practices appropriate for language disorders in a culturally and linguistically appropriate manner.