Module

Module 2

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2.0 Aims

2.1 Communication

2.2 Sources of
     communication
     difficulties

2.3 Experience

2.4 Communication
      Problems

     a) Dysphasia
     b) Dysarthria
     c) Dyspraxia
     d) Non-verbal


2.5 Cognitive
     problems

2.6 Social
     communication
     deficits

2.7 Tips for talking

2.8 Take home      messages

2.9 Resources

2.10 Take the Test

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2.4d Types of communication problems d) Non-verbal

Non-verbal communication

  • view a video of a client
  • brainstorm what types of communication difficulties the person has
  • read the clinical description of the disorder.

Daniel
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If a person, such as Daniel, has severe language and/or speech problem they may have difficulty expressing themselves verbally.

They may use alternate means to communicate including:
• gesture
• picture boards
• computerised technology