Date of Award
Spring 1966
Document Type
Thesis - Restricted
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Communication
First Advisor
Sokolnicki, Alfred
Second Advisor
Mehner, Robert
Third Advisor
Trotter, William
Abstract
The general purpose of this is to trace the origin, growth, and development of aphasia testing. The study presents a brief summary of the background of the problem, examines methods and techniques used in the early 19th century as well as those used today and indicates the trends which aphasia testing seems to be approaching for the future. In addition to the historical perspective, evaluative considerations are offered concerning past and present administrative techniques as well as the material contents of the tests. The critical evaluations will attempt to explain the reasons for the wide-spread use of some tests in preference to others, as well as the reasoning behind different theories of aphasia testing. In addition, the many changes in the nature and objectives of aphasia testing are given serious consideration.
Recommended Citation
Martin, Darlene J., "An Historical Evaluation of Aphasia Testing" (1966). Master's Theses (1922-2009) Access restricted to Marquette Campus. 1723.
https://epublications.marquette.edu/theses/1723