Towards a narrative-based augmentative communication system

Author(s): Newell, A. F.

Journal/Book: Eur J Disorder Commun. 1997; 32: 19B Compton Terrace, London, England N1 2UN. Whurr Publishers Ltd. 289-306.

Abstract: Augmentative communication systems enable non-speaking people to communicate using letters, words, phrases and sentences. Few systems provide support for longer lengths of text despite the fact that most day-to-day conversation is characterized by 'story telling'. This paper discusses the need for communication systems to facilitate this type of interaction, whilst allowing for other modes of communication A case history detailing the use of a prototype system with an adult with dysphasia illustrates that providing augmentative communication should not be restricted to expression of 'needs and wants', but should enable the non-speaking individual to share past experience and future hopes.

Note: Article Waller A, Univ Dundee, Dept Math & Comp Sci, Appl Comp Studies Div, Microctr, Dundee DD1 4HN, SCOTLAND

Keyword(s): aphasia; augmentative and alternative communication (AAC); conversational analysis; conversational narratives; dysphasia

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