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Title
Caring for a loved one with aphasia after stroke : a narrative-based support guide for caregivers, families and friends / Jennifer L. Mozeiko, Deborah S. Yost, editors.
ISBN
9783031117671 (electronic bk.)
3031117670 (electronic bk.)
3031117662
9783031117664
Publication Details
Cham : Springer, 2022.
Language
English
Description
1 online resource (176 p.)
Item Number
10.1007/978-3-031-11767-1 doi
Call Number
RC425
Dewey Decimal Classification
616.855206
Summary
This voice-driven, narrative, non-fiction book relays the stories of seven courageous women whose lives have been greatly impacted by a loved ones stroke, resulting in loss of language ability to one degree or another. Aphasia leads to varying degrees of problems in speaking, understanding, reading, writing, gesturing, and using numbers. Aphasia can be extremely stressful for both the individual who had the stroke and for their family and friends. Speech is such a significant part of human interaction, and its something that most people take for granted. Its hard to be able to communicate if youve been dependent upon verbal communication and yours is suddenly impaired. Fortunately, some recovery from aphasia is possible, and there are still ways to effectively communicate, even with aphasia. The stories contained in the book are intended to help others feel less alone as they navigate their loss and the confusing healthcare system. The stories are told from the advent of a stroke of their loved-ones and describe how these caretakers persevered to find quality medical services and to provide home care. Caring For a Loved One with Aphasia After Stroke is written for people who are going through a similar crisis, or for those in the medical and/or speech/language field who are interested to learn more about perseverance and hope that are critical to aphasia.
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Chapter 1. It Happened to Us
Chapter 2. The Long Adjustment to Aphasia
Chapter 3. A Journey through our Midst of Winter
Chapter 4. Hope is a Muscle
Chapter 5. How My Husbands Stroke Saved My Marriage (and Me)
Chapter 6. Never Give Up: A Tale of Partnership Inspired by Love
Chapter 7. My Mother and Me: A Challenging Relationship
Chapter 8. Authors Advice to Caregivers and Families
Chapter 9. Questions and Answers on Aphasia and Stroke
Chapter 10. Recommended Readings.
