Masters Degrees (Speech-Language and Hearing Therapy)
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Speech-language therapy treatment practices for multilingual speakers with aphasia : a scoping review
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2021-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : The management of multilingual aphasia, a multi-layered phenomenon, is a growing and complex field in speech-language therapy. Researchers and clinicians are often faced with many challenges and questions ... -
Mothers’ experience of feeding their preterm infant during the first months of life within a vulnerable population in South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2021-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background: Preterm birth is a rising and significant threat to maternal and child health globally. Being the mother of a preterm infant is universally described as a challenging and stressful experience. ... -
Perceptions of public service speech-language therapists in the Western Cape regarding early communication intervention
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2021-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Objectives: This qualitative research study aimed to investigate the perspectives of Speech-Language Therapists (SLTs) providing early communication intervention (ECI) services within the multicultural ... -
Speech and language therapy for burn injuries in South Africa : knowledge and experience, evidence-based involvement, access, referral pathways, and training and education needs
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2021-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background: In South Africa (SA), there is a high incidence of burn injuries (BIs) which is a growing area of involvement and interest among South African speech and language therapists (SLTs). However, ... -
Investigating the perceptions of speech-language therapists working in the public health and education sectors, about the services they provide to children with cerebral palsy in the greater Johannesburg region, from birth to six years
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background: Prior to entering the basic education system at six years of age, speech and language assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of children with cerebral palsy (CP), take place in hospitals and ... -
Review of pediatric cochlear implantation records at the Tygerberg Hospital – Stellenbosch University Cochlear Implant Unit from 1990 – 2018
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : The decision of parents of deaf children to proceed with cochlear implantation is often based on the expectation that the improved access to sound provided by the cochlear implant system will result in ... -
Persepsies van Xhosa-grootouers in n landelike gemeenskap in Suid-Afrika met betrekking tot hakkel
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Communication is the heartbeat of interactions within health care. Cultures, language groups and communities differ with regard to beliefs, values and practices relating to health. The multilingual and ... -
Cleft lip and palate feeding intervention : a scoping review
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : Background: Infants with cleft lip and palate (CLP) often suffer from feeding difficulties before surgical intervention. Speech therapists can provide different types of feeding intervention for this ... -
The perceptions of South African speech and language therapists regarding the provision of voice and communication intervention to the transgender population
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background: In South Africa there is an increase in the prevalence of individuals who identify as transgender, which urges clinicians and researchers to focus on becoming more trans-competent. This includes ... -
Maternal experiences of prematurity, feeding and infant communication within a vulnerable population in South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : Background: The concept of vulnerability, as defined by Adger (2006), relates to an individuals’ “state of susceptibility to harm, powerlessness, and marginality” (p. 286). Respectively, the ‘vulnerabl ... -
Adult dysphagia intervention through telepractice : a scoping review
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-04)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background: Dysphagia is a serious, life-endangering disorder, experienced by an increasing number of people. Worldwide, there are a limited number of healthcare professionals to provide face-to-face ... -
Nurses' perceptions of barriers to care for patients with dysphagia and their information delivery preferences regarding dysphagia care
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : The incidence and prevalence of non-communicable diseases are rising, leading to an increased occurrence of dysphagia, which can severely impact patient recovery. The goal of this study was to determine ... -
The communication needs of young and old cerebrovascular accident survivors
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Cerebrovascular accidents (CVAs) are a growing epidemic in developing countries such as South Africa, resulting in an increase in CVA-related morbidity, which includes communication impairments. CVAs have ... -
The perceptions of nurses regarding the communication and cognition of persons with mild Alzheimer’s dementia, within the Tygerberg district of Cape Town
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : This South African study aimed to determine the perceptions of a group of nurses regarding the care of mild Alzheimer’s dementia (AD), with specific reference to the communication and cognitive abilities ... -
The effect of audio recorded stories on novel word acquisition by children using a non-standard dialect of English
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Purpose: This study investigated young children’s acquisition of novel words presented within audio recorded stories and their ability to understand and use these novel words. Method: Participants were ... -
The perceptions of a group of Sesotho mothers, from a low socio-economic group in the Free State, on early literacy
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : South Africa’s education system is under scrutiny regarding the continuous poor reading performance of pupils in primary schools. South African Grade 4 and 5 pupils continue to score below the international ... -
Exploring risk factors associated with potential hearing loss in Namibian Class A mines
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: In developing countries, like Namibia, there is limited data pertaining to the number of individuals with hearing loss and its associated factors. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of potential ... -
A description and analysis of the organisational capacity of the rehabilitation services at TC Newman Community Day Centere
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Rehabilitation services, mainly rendered by therapists employed by the Department of Health, forms a critical part of the Primary Health Care (PHC) package of care. Different policies, within the ... -
A revision of a maternal interview questionnaire used in fetal alcohol spectrum disorder prevention programmes in South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This study was done in collaboration with the Foundation for Alcohol Related Research (FARR), a non-governmental organization whose primary objective is to develop and maintain Fetal Alcohol Spectrum ... -
An analysis of the organizational framework of rehabilitation services at a community health centre in the Western Cape
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT:Background In the past, a lack of policy guidelines in the area of rehabilitation often resulted in underdeveloped or no rehabilitation services in many areas. This led to the development of The South ...
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