Discourse across disorders: Acquired neurogenic conditions

摘要

This issue brings together studies that demonstrate the use of the latest methodologies in addressing discourse phenomena across the full range of acquired communication disorders, including motor speech disorders and those related to dementia. The authors have provided comprehensive descriptions of the analyses used, so that these analyses are readily translatable into clinical practice. They have explored monologues and dialogues, both important sources of information about functional language processing, and have related their results to relevant issues of social engagement and expression of personal identity.