Vocational and Social Outcomes of Adults with Chronic Aphasia.

Hinckley, Jacqueline J.

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ERIC Number: EJ657343

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2002

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Vocational and Social Outcomes of Adults with Chronic Aphasia.

Hinckley, Jacqueline J.

Journal of Communication Disorders, v35 n6 p543-60 Nov-Dec 2002

A study investigated outcomes of 20 adults with chronic aphasia 2 years after discharge from an intensive treatment program. Results found 62% of those employed prior to aphasia onset were working at follow-up. Generally, respondents showed higher level of social integration and 85% indicated a positive life satisfaction. (Contains references.) (CR)

Descriptors: Adults, Aphasia, Communication Disorders, Employment, Life Satisfaction, Outcomes of Treatment, Postsecondary Education, Rehabilitation Programs, Social Integration, Vocational Rehabilitation

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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