LIFE Beyond Aphasia

#78 Bring Back That Lovin Feeling


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#78 Bring Back That Lovin Feeling

 

Listen for Life podcast is a valuable resource for understanding aphasia and the significance of intimacy in relationships. Through expert knowledge and personal stories, it introduces the Connect Model, which emphasizes empathy, nonverbal cues, meaningful gestures, eye contact, nonverbal language, and touch. The podcast shares a heartwarming story of a couple using the Connect Model to enhance their relationship after a stroke. Q&A sessions address various topics such as supporting a partner with aphasia, managing caregiver stress, and reintroducing physical touch. 

 

Key Takeaways
  • Importance of intimacy and maintaining a connection
  • Ways to provide touch for individuals with aphasia
  • The "connect model" for fostering intimacy
  • Heartwarming story of a couple reconnecting through small gestures
  • Q&A session with practical advice for maintaining a strong connection
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    LIFE Speech Pathology provides Free Consultations and direct treatment to individuals with communication challenges, including aphasia, Parkinson's Disease, and Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA).

     

    LIFE Aphasia Academy provides communication partner coaching, courses, and the Listen for LIFE Podcast.  Learn more at DoLIFESpeechPathology.com

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    LIFE Beyond AphasiaBy LIFE Aphasia Academy® Genevieve Richardson

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