Traumatic brain injury: Knowledge and self-perceptions of school speech-language pathologists

Author(s): Walker, M., Sanger, D. D.

Journal/Book: Lang Speech Hearing Serv Sch. 1996; 27: 10801 Rockville Pike Rd, Rockville, MD 20852-3279. Amer Speech-Lang-Hearing Assn. 171-184.

Abstract: School-based speech-language pathologists from 10 states, responded to a survey concerning their readiness to provide services to students with traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). Survey responses provided a means of exploring speech-language pathologists' knowledge of TBI and facilitated recognition of accurate and inaccurate conceptions held by school-based speech-language pathologists concerning the characteristics and behaviors, criteria for identification and verification, and procedures for the assessment, treatment, and reintegration of students with TBI. Findings indicated that training had a positive effect on speech-language pathologists' knowledge of assessment, treatment, and overall management of students with TBI; however, a large percentage of school-based speech-language pathologists remain uncertain about providing services to students with TBI even after receiving specific TBI training. Furthermore, school-based speech-language pathologists continue to hold many misconceptions concerning TBI and its consequences.

Note: Article K Hux, Univ Nebraska, 318 Barkley Mem Ctr, Lincoln, NE 68583 USA

Keyword(s): traumatic brain injury; service delivery; cognitive-communication deficits; CLOSED HEAD-INJURY; VERBAL IMPAIRMENT

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