The Family Guide to Surviving Stroke and Communication Disorders [Paperback]

Dennis C. Tanner (Author), Tanner (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 15, 1999

"This book is about the power of knowledge to overcome adversity," states author Dennis Tanner. "Its premise is simple: when stroke survivors and their families are provided with current and meaningful information, they are armed with the tools necessary to go from being victims to being victors..." Tanner's book is indeed about victory. It is about survival and rehabilitation. It is about rebuilding relationships and lives and restoring hope and dignity to those who are coping with the challenge of stroke recovery. This book clearly describes the "big three" stroke-related communication disorders: aphasia, apraxia, and dysarthrias. This is a comprehensive guide for families of stroke survivors, for speech pathologists and rehabilitation specialists, and for counselors who respond to the needs of stroke survivors and their families. Through nontechnical terms, a short story, case studies, questions and answers, and examples, this book engages all readers on a journey toward understanding, healing, and persevering.

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A commonsense discussion of stroke makes this an invaluable guide to survival for all family members and loved ones who have been affected by it and other communication disorders.

* Inlcudes a strong psychological focus with a positive tone.
* Includes case studies, examples, and descriptions illustrating the covered topics, as well as a question-and-answer section covering specific issues not addressed within the book.
* Includes a glossary defining and explaining stroke terminology in language accessible to all readers.
"This book is about the power of knowledge to overcome adversity," states author Dennis Tanner. "Its premise is simple: when stroke survivors and their families are provided with current and meaningful information, they are armed with the tools necessary to go from being victims to being victors...." Tanner's book is indeed about victory. It is about survival and rehabilitation. It is about rebuilding relationships and lives and restoring hope and dignity to those who are coping with the challenge of stroke recovery. This book clearly describes the "big three" stroke-related communication disorders: aphasia, apraxia, and dysarthrias. This is a comprehensive guide for families of stroke survivors, for speech pathologists and rehabilitation specialists, and for counselors who respond to the needs of stroke survivors and their families. Through nontechnical terms, a short story, case studies, questions and answers, and examples, this book engages all readers on a journey toward understanding, healing, and persevering.

Dr. Dennis C. Tanner is currently Professor of Speech Pathology and Audiology at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, Arizona. Dr. Tanner is the author of 3 books and over 25 articles and scientific papers addressing the neurogenic communication disorders.

About the Author

Dr. Dennis C. Tanner is currently Professor of Speech Pathology and Audiology at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, Arizona. Dr. Tanner is the author of 3 books and over 25 articles and scientific papers addressing the neurogenic communication disorders.

Product Details

• Paperback: 273 pages
• Publisher: Allyn & Bacon; 1st edition (August 15, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0205285384
• ISBN-13: 978-0205285389
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,321,294 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Dennis C. Tanner, Ph.D. is Professor of Health Sciences at Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff. Dr. Tanner serves as an expert witness in legal cases involving Communication Sciences and Disorders and dysphagia (swallowing disorders). For more information, check out his forensics website:

drdennistanner.com

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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars surviving stroke & communicatons disorders, March 2, 2000

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barbara quog (wallace, california) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Family Guide to Surviving Stroke and Communication Disorders (Paperback)

The book was well written. It gave good insight to what many stroke survivors face when they confronted with the disablity of not being able to communicate by speech. It's obvious that Dennis Tanner has a great degree of empathy for stroke survivors and their care providers. The book describes in detail what is transpiring physically with apraxia of speech. Speech is compared to a computer and its many funtions. As a stroke survivor with severe Broca's apshasia and resulting apraxia I found the book to be of great help as did my family. It was well written and answered many of the questions that my family and myself had. I would recommend it as a "must" for stroke survivors with communication disorders.

17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars All about language disorders caused by stroke, May 2, 1999

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This review is from: The Family Guide to Surviving Stroke and Communication Disorders (Paperback)

The author, a speech therapist, discusses in great detail the "big three" communication disorders caused by stroke: aphasia, apraxia and dysarthria as well as the ramifications of these disabilities for the patient. Technical terms are explained in detail so that the non-medical person can understand them. The psychological aspects of language loss are discussed in terms of the patient's anxiety, depression and acceptance of unwanted change. Speech rehabilitation is covered and the book has typical questions and answers a reader might ask following the last chapter. Resources such as web sites, support groups, etc. are also included. The book may be overly detailed for some readers. I was disappointed that the author dealt primarily with the stroke patient's survival without addressing how the family could survive the often devastating effects of language disability or loss.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars surviving stroke & communicatons disorders, March 3, 2000

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barbara quog (wallace, california) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Family Guide to Surviving Stroke and Communication Disorders (Paperback)

The book was well written. It gave good insight to what many stroke survivors face when they confronted with the disablity of not being able to communicate by speech. It's obvious that Dennis Tanner has a great degree of empathy for stroke survivors and their care providers. The book describes in detail what is transpiring physically with apraxia of speech. Speech is compared to a computer and its many funtions. As a stroke survivor with severe Broca's apshasia and resulting apraxia I found the book to be of great help as did my family. It was well written and answered many of the questions that my family and myself had. I would recommend it as a "must" for stroke survivors with communication disorders.