08/09/2024
Conversational scripts for an adult patient who has Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA) — this patient is working on recall and use of scripts for three very important events: weekly golf tournaments, the upcoming football season, and of course, his daughter’s wedding 🤍
PPA is a rare neurological condition that is caused by changes within the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain, which are largely responsible for language and executive functioning skills. This disease is progressive, and therefore communication challenges may start slowly and will worsen overtime. Treatment focuses on education of the progression of the disease, introducing communication strategies and tools, working with family and caregivers, and last but certainly not least— maintaining effective communication. Treatment is 100% patient and family focused, with goals for areas of need that align with tasks that are personally relevant and important for maintaining quality of life.
