Acquired Neurolinguistic and Neurocognitive Disorders (495-0-1)
Instructors
Belma Hadziselimovic
Meeting Info
2315 Campus Dr Clinic 1620: Mon, Wed 3:30PM - 4:50PM
Overview of class
Examination of the neural bases and characteristics of acquired linguistic and cognitive disorders, including aphasia, dementia, and right hemisphere syndrome. Exploration of how normal language and cognitive systems are fractionated by brain damage. Focus on assessment, diagnosis, prognosis, treatment and recovery processes associated with these disorders. Emphasis on the integration of normative data, scientific knowledge, and clinical practice.
Registration Requirements
See Northwestern University's MS-SLL student Handbook
Learning Objectives
• Describe common etiologies of and factors associated with acquired linguistic and cognitive disorders in adults.
• Describe clinical characteristics, prognostic indicators, and recovery processes associated with acquired disorders, including aphasia, dementia, traumatic brain injury, and right hemisphere syndrome.
• Describe the psychosocial impact of acquired linguistic and cognitive disorders and discuss components of education and counseling for patients, family, and other professionals.
• Describe, evaluate, and compare/contrast intervention approaches for adults with acquired disorders, including aphasia, dementia, traumatic brain injury, and right hemisphere syndrome.
• Choose and justify intervention targets for adults with acquired language and cognitive disorders.
• Describe and consider factors in selecting/implementing assessment methods for adults with acquired language and cognitive disorders.
• Demonstrate cultural awareness and sensitivity when planning for and executing clinical services, interpreting data, and interacting with clients and families.
Teaching Method
Lectures; group and individual learning activities during and outside class.
Evaluation Method
Presentations; written assignments completed outside of class time using Canvas.
Class Materials (Required)
• Papathanasiou, I. and Coppens, P. (2022). Aphasia and Related Neurogenic Communication Disorders - 3rd Edition. Burlington, MA: Jones and Bartlett Learning. (ISBN: 9781284184099, $134.95)
o Available in electronic (Advantage Access through the publisher at a reduced rate) and hard copy formats. Used editions are available. Textbook is available through alternative vendors. Prior editions of textbook (2nd edition only) are allowed, but content and required readings may not align with the older edition.
• Additional readings and course materials will be posted to the Canvas course website over the duration of the course. There are no costs associated with these materials.
• Readings will be assigned via Canvas at the start of Week 1 of the course. Please have all course materials purchased prior to the beginning of the course.
• A computer will be required in order to access the course website to access certain materials described above.
Materials are posted on Canvas
Class allows prior editions of textbook
Students are encouraged to consult alternate vendors (Amazon, book rentals, etc.)