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Brain damage predisposes many persons with aphasia to a variety of psychological reactions, which are precipitated by stress and loss, and perpetuated by impaired verbal defense mechanisms and coping styles.
List of contents
Dedication Acknowledgments About the Author Foreword by Robert Goldfarb, PhD, ASHA FellowIntroduction Chapter 1 Aphasia and Related Disorders Chapter 2 Psychology of Aphasia and Brain Damage Chapter 3 Psychology of Aphasia: Defense Mechanisms and Coping Styles Chapter 4 Psychology of Aphasia: The Grief ResponseGlossary Index
About the author
Dennis C. Tanner received his Doctor of Philosophy degree in Audiology and Speech Sciences from Michigan State University. He is a prolific author of books, diagnostic tests, and treatment programs. Dr. Tanner is the owner of Tanner Rehabilitation Services, Inc., a provider of speech and hearing services in Arizona for 40 years. He serves as an expert witness in legal cases involving communication sciences and disorders. Dr. Tanner is currently Professor Emeritus of Health Sciences at Northern Arizona University and was named "Outstanding Educator" by the Association of Schools of Allied Health Professions and the “Teacher of the Year” for the College of Health Professions. He is also an honorary professor at Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Summary
Brain damage predisposes many persons with aphasia to a variety of psychological reactions, which are precipitated by stress and loss, and perpetuated by impaired verbal defense mechanisms and coping styles.
