This work draws on the experience of a team of practitioners who support the learning, communication and special needs of children with pragmatic disorders on a daily basis.

This book demonstrates novel ways of working across a wide variety of clinical areas, including children, people with learning difficulties and adults with acquired communication disabilities. It explores the paradigm shifts beyond technical rational approaches to professional artistry underpinned by reflective practice and user involvement. It discusses values, understanding expectations of clients, the commonalities of therapy, the Care Aims model and the biopsychosocial model in dysphasia management.

The contributors look at the three elements of competence, knowledge, skills and...

First Published in 2000. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.