Working with Communication and Swallowing Difficulties in Older Adults

This book provides valuable guidance for student and practicing speech and language therapists working with older people with communication and swallowing difficulties, promoting a holistic approach for ageing well and dispelling myths about the ageing process.

Format: Hardback
Length: 162 pages
Publication date: 28 June 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive and accessible resource is a valuable tool for all student and practicing speech and language therapists (SLTs) who work with older people who are experiencing communication and swallowing difficulties. The book is divided into chapters that provide up-to-date theoretical knowledge on age-related changes alongside practical strategies that clinicians can use in their daily work. From helping with mental capacity decisions to supporting older people with good palliative care, the chapters cover a wide range of topics relevant to the field.

One of the key strengths of this resource is its holistic approach to ageing well. It dispels myths that surround the ageing process and provides detailed information on the normal physiological and psychological effects of ageing on communication and swallowing, as well as diseases and conditions associated with older age, such as frailty. The book is illustrated throughout with clinical case studies and helpful photocopiable resources that clinicians can use in their practice.

Overall, this book is an essential part of the tool kit for any speech and language therapist working with older adults. It offers valuable guidance, practical strategies, and up-to-date knowledge to help clinicians provide the best possible care to their patients. Whether you are a student or a seasoned professional, this resource will be a valuable resource for your work with older people.

Weight: 471g
Dimension: 297 x 210 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367524807