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Anxiety, depression and quality of life in patients with head and neck cancer undergoing laryngectomy: A long-term prospective evaluation
CONCLUSION: Anxiety, depression and QoL in laryngectomised patients improved at 1 year after surgery and were maintained for up to 5 years.WHAT THIS PAPER ADDS: What is already known on the subject Laryngectomy is associated with prolonged functional and psychological effects and has a major impact on patient quality of life (QoL). Several prospective studies evaluating the QoL in laryngectomised patients have been reported, in which significant deterioration in social functioning was found even 1 year after surgery. What this paper adds to existing knowledge One year is not a sufficient period for laryngectomised patients...
Source: International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders - April 22, 2024 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Authors: Nobuaki Mukoyama Naoki Nishio Hiroyuki Kimura Tatsuya Tokura Shinichi Kishi Kazuyoshi Ogasawara Hidenori Tsuzuki Sayaka Yokoi Akihisa Wada Mayu Shigeyama Norio Ozaki Yasushi Fujimoto Michihiko Sone Source Type: research

Positive effects of speech and language therapy group interventions in primary progressive aphasia: A systematic review
CONCLUSIONS: The literature on speech and language therapy group interventions for PPA shows promise of positive effects on communication function and psychosocial well-being of both pwPPA and their care partners. Speech and language therapists can consider these published interventions when designing and implementing similar groups, but more robust evidence is required to confirm the relative effectiveness of this approach.WHAT THIS PAPER ADDS: What is already known on this subject Speech pathology led group intervention shows some promise in benefitting communication functioning and overall well-being of pwPPA and their ...
Source: International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders - April 11, 2024 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Authors: Miyuki Watanabe Jade Cartwright John E Pierce Source Type: research

Children's speech, language and communication skills and parental knowledge in the growing up in New Zealand cohort
CONCLUSION: Parents can offer valuable insights about their children, but in many cases their level of concern about SLCN did not align with a professional view which reflects a more nuanced understanding of children's speech and language and the impact on future communication skills and needs. Increased awareness through public health messaging specifically regarding lifelong influences of communication challenges will aid in prevention, early detection and intervention.WHAT THIS PAPER ADDS: What is already known on this subject Parent's expectations of child speech and language development will inform how responsive they...
Source: International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders - April 11, 2024 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Authors: Catherine Mulderry Bianca N Jackson Suzanne Carolyn Purdy Source Type: research

Positive effects of speech and language therapy group interventions in primary progressive aphasia: A systematic review
CONCLUSIONS: The literature on speech and language therapy group interventions for PPA shows promise of positive effects on communication function and psychosocial well-being of both pwPPA and their care partners. Speech and language therapists can consider these published interventions when designing and implementing similar groups, but more robust evidence is required to confirm the relative effectiveness of this approach.WHAT THIS PAPER ADDS: What is already known on this subject Speech pathology led group intervention shows some promise in benefitting communication functioning and overall well-being of pwPPA and their ...
Source: International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders - April 11, 2024 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Authors: Miyuki Watanabe Jade Cartwright John E Pierce Source Type: research

Children's speech, language and communication skills and parental knowledge in the growing up in New Zealand cohort
CONCLUSION: Parents can offer valuable insights about their children, but in many cases their level of concern about SLCN did not align with a professional view which reflects a more nuanced understanding of children's speech and language and the impact on future communication skills and needs. Increased awareness through public health messaging specifically regarding lifelong influences of communication challenges will aid in prevention, early detection and intervention.WHAT THIS PAPER ADDS: What is already known on this subject Parent's expectations of child speech and language development will inform how responsive they...
Source: International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders - April 11, 2024 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Authors: Catherine Mulderry Bianca N Jackson Suzanne Carolyn Purdy Source Type: research

Positive effects of speech and language therapy group interventions in primary progressive aphasia: A systematic review
CONCLUSIONS: The literature on speech and language therapy group interventions for PPA shows promise of positive effects on communication function and psychosocial well-being of both pwPPA and their care partners. Speech and language therapists can consider these published interventions when designing and implementing similar groups, but more robust evidence is required to confirm the relative effectiveness of this approach.WHAT THIS PAPER ADDS: What is already known on this subject Speech pathology led group intervention shows some promise in benefitting communication functioning and overall well-being of pwPPA and their ...
Source: International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders - April 11, 2024 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Authors: Miyuki Watanabe Jade Cartwright John E Pierce Source Type: research

Children's speech, language and communication skills and parental knowledge in the growing up in New Zealand cohort
CONCLUSION: Parents can offer valuable insights about their children, but in many cases their level of concern about SLCN did not align with a professional view which reflects a more nuanced understanding of children's speech and language and the impact on future communication skills and needs. Increased awareness through public health messaging specifically regarding lifelong influences of communication challenges will aid in prevention, early detection and intervention.WHAT THIS PAPER ADDS: What is already known on this subject Parent's expectations of child speech and language development will inform how responsive they...
Source: International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders - April 11, 2024 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Authors: Catherine Mulderry Bianca N Jackson Suzanne Carolyn Purdy Source Type: research

Positive effects of speech and language therapy group interventions in primary progressive aphasia: A systematic review
CONCLUSIONS: The literature on speech and language therapy group interventions for PPA shows promise of positive effects on communication function and psychosocial well-being of both pwPPA and their care partners. Speech and language therapists can consider these published interventions when designing and implementing similar groups, but more robust evidence is required to confirm the relative effectiveness of this approach.WHAT THIS PAPER ADDS: What is already known on this subject Speech pathology led group intervention shows some promise in benefitting communication functioning and overall well-being of pwPPA and their ...
Source: International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders - April 11, 2024 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Authors: Miyuki Watanabe Jade Cartwright John E Pierce Source Type: research

Children's speech, language and communication skills and parental knowledge in the growing up in New Zealand cohort
CONCLUSION: Parents can offer valuable insights about their children, but in many cases their level of concern about SLCN did not align with a professional view which reflects a more nuanced understanding of children's speech and language and the impact on future communication skills and needs. Increased awareness through public health messaging specifically regarding lifelong influences of communication challenges will aid in prevention, early detection and intervention.WHAT THIS PAPER ADDS: What is already known on this subject Parent's expectations of child speech and language development will inform how responsive they...
Source: International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders - April 11, 2024 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Authors: Catherine Mulderry Bianca N Jackson Suzanne Carolyn Purdy Source Type: research

Positive effects of speech and language therapy group interventions in primary progressive aphasia: A systematic review
CONCLUSIONS: The literature on speech and language therapy group interventions for PPA shows promise of positive effects on communication function and psychosocial well-being of both pwPPA and their care partners. Speech and language therapists can consider these published interventions when designing and implementing similar groups, but more robust evidence is required to confirm the relative effectiveness of this approach.WHAT THIS PAPER ADDS: What is already known on this subject Speech pathology led group intervention shows some promise in benefitting communication functioning and overall well-being of pwPPA and their ...
Source: International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders - April 11, 2024 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Authors: Miyuki Watanabe Jade Cartwright John E Pierce Source Type: research

Children's speech, language and communication skills and parental knowledge in the growing up in New Zealand cohort
CONCLUSION: Parents can offer valuable insights about their children, but in many cases their level of concern about SLCN did not align with a professional view which reflects a more nuanced understanding of children's speech and language and the impact on future communication skills and needs. Increased awareness through public health messaging specifically regarding lifelong influences of communication challenges will aid in prevention, early detection and intervention.WHAT THIS PAPER ADDS: What is already known on this subject Parent's expectations of child speech and language development will inform how responsive they...
Source: International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders - April 11, 2024 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Authors: Catherine Mulderry Bianca N Jackson Suzanne Carolyn Purdy Source Type: research

Positive effects of speech and language therapy group interventions in primary progressive aphasia: A systematic review
CONCLUSIONS: The literature on speech and language therapy group interventions for PPA shows promise of positive effects on communication function and psychosocial well-being of both pwPPA and their care partners. Speech and language therapists can consider these published interventions when designing and implementing similar groups, but more robust evidence is required to confirm the relative effectiveness of this approach.WHAT THIS PAPER ADDS: What is already known on this subject Speech pathology led group intervention shows some promise in benefitting communication functioning and overall well-being of pwPPA and their ...
Source: International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders - April 11, 2024 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Authors: Miyuki Watanabe Jade Cartwright John E Pierce Source Type: research

Children's speech, language and communication skills and parental knowledge in the growing up in New Zealand cohort
CONCLUSION: Parents can offer valuable insights about their children, but in many cases their level of concern about SLCN did not align with a professional view which reflects a more nuanced understanding of children's speech and language and the impact on future communication skills and needs. Increased awareness through public health messaging specifically regarding lifelong influences of communication challenges will aid in prevention, early detection and intervention.WHAT THIS PAPER ADDS: What is already known on this subject Parent's expectations of child speech and language development will inform how responsive they...
Source: International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders - April 11, 2024 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Authors: Catherine Mulderry Bianca N Jackson Suzanne Carolyn Purdy Source Type: research

Positive effects of speech and language therapy group interventions in primary progressive aphasia: A systematic review
CONCLUSIONS: The literature on speech and language therapy group interventions for PPA shows promise of positive effects on communication function and psychosocial well-being of both pwPPA and their care partners. Speech and language therapists can consider these published interventions when designing and implementing similar groups, but more robust evidence is required to confirm the relative effectiveness of this approach.WHAT THIS PAPER ADDS: What is already known on this subject Speech pathology led group intervention shows some promise in benefitting communication functioning and overall well-being of pwPPA and their ...
Source: International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders - April 11, 2024 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Authors: Miyuki Watanabe Jade Cartwright John E Pierce Source Type: research

Children's speech, language and communication skills and parental knowledge in the growing up in New Zealand cohort
CONCLUSION: Parents can offer valuable insights about their children, but in many cases their level of concern about SLCN did not align with a professional view which reflects a more nuanced understanding of children's speech and language and the impact on future communication skills and needs. Increased awareness through public health messaging specifically regarding lifelong influences of communication challenges will aid in prevention, early detection and intervention.WHAT THIS PAPER ADDS: What is already known on this subject Parent's expectations of child speech and language development will inform how responsive they...
Source: International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders - April 11, 2024 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Authors: Catherine Mulderry Bianca N Jackson Suzanne Carolyn Purdy Source Type: research