Pragmatic Disorders (Perspectives in Pragmatics, Philosophy & Psychology, Vol. 3)

ABOUT THIS BOOK

• Examines pragmatic disorders in previously neglected populations (e.g. juvenile offenders, emotional and behavioural disorders, non-Alzheimer's dementias)
• A comprehensive survey of the state of the art in clinical pragmatics
• Argues for stronger links between clinical and theoretical research in the field

This wide-ranging survey of the state of the art in clinical pragmatics includes an examination of pragmatic disorders in previously neglected populations such as juvenile offenders, children and adults with emotional and behavioural disorders, and adults with non-Alzheimer dementias. This book makes a significant contribution to the discussion of pragmatic disorders by exploring topics which have a fast-rising profile in the field. These topics include disorders in which there are both pragmatic and cognitive components, and studies of the complex impacts of pragmatic disorders such as mental health problems, educational disadvantage and social exclusion.

This book also presents a critical evaluation of our current state of knowledge of pragmatic disorders. The author focuses on the lack of integration between theoretical and clinical branches of pragmatics and argues that the work of clinicians is all too often inadequately informed by theoretical frameworks. She attempts to bridge these gaps by pursuing a closer alliance of clinical and theoretical branches of pragmatics. It is claimed that this alliance represents the most promising route for the future development of the field. At once a yardstick measuring progress thus far in clinical pragmatics, and also a roadmap for future research development, this single-author volume defines where we have reached in the field, as well as where we have to go next.

Content Level » Research

Keywords » Autistic Spectrum Disorders - Clinical Pragmatics - Clinical Pragmatics and Schizophrenia - Cognitive Pragmatics - Communication disorders - Dementia and Pragmatic Disorders - Pragmatic Disorders - Speech-Language Pathology/Therapy - Theory of Mind

Related subjects » Cognitive Psychology - Linguistics - Philosophy - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation