Computer Use in the Management of Aphasia: A Survey of Practice Patterns and Opinions

Lori Davis, Karen Copeland
2006 Contemporary issues in communication science and disorders : CICSD  
Computers are involved in many facets of daily life, and studies have shown computers to be effective tools in aphasia rehabilitation. However, the degree to which speech-language pathologists (SLPs) use computers in aphasia management is unclear. This study surveyed SLPs to determine patterns and frequency of computer use associated with aphasia rehabilitation. The survey was distributed to SLPs in health care settings through e-mail and traditional mail. Surveys were analyzed for frequency
more » ... patterns of computer use in direct therapy and for other related purposes. Responses were received from 107 SLPs. Survey results indicated that SLPs use computers more often for indirect or supplemental purposes than for direct therapy. When SLPs implemented computers in direct treatment, the
doi:10.1044/cicsd_33_f_138 fatcat:infdb6kcanf3dbxx52kuluksbq