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BNVR: The Butt Non-Verbal Reasoning Test
Pamela Butt
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Description for BNVR: The Butt Non-Verbal Reasoning Test
Paperback. Special Features " Non-linguistic approach to testing problem-solving " Based on real-life situations " Indicates a cognitive as well as a linguistic deficit " Quick and easy " Colour photographs used as stimuli Num Pages: 56 pages, 55 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: MQV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 296 x 223 x 8. Weight in Grams: 492.
The BNVR Test is a unique non-linguistic approach for identifying whether a cognitive (problem-solving) deficit as well as a linguistic deficit exists in individuals with acquired aphasia. Recognising cognitive deficits in terms of problem-solving may be a key factor in understanding why some individuals overcome their communication difficulties better than others. Failure to recognise problem-solving difficulties may lead to unrealistic expectations of therapeutic intervention and thus inappropriate management and goal setting. The BNVR requires the client to solve 10 everyday problems, presented in full-colour photographic format. It is short, requires minimal linguistic input, contains real-life situations and is ... Read more
The BNVR Test is a unique non-linguistic approach for identifying whether a cognitive (problem-solving) deficit as well as a linguistic deficit exists in individuals with acquired aphasia. Recognising cognitive deficits in terms of problem-solving may be a key factor in understanding why some individuals overcome their communication difficulties better than others. Failure to recognise problem-solving difficulties may lead to unrealistic expectations of therapeutic intervention and thus inappropriate management and goal setting. The BNVR requires the client to solve 10 everyday problems, presented in full-colour photographic format. It is short, requires minimal linguistic input, contains real-life situations and is ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Routledge
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Condition
New
Weight
491g
Number of Pages
56
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780863884726
SKU
V9780863884726
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Ref
99-9
About Pamela Butt
Now retired, Pam Butt was a Specialist Speech & Language Therapist in Dysphagia, Clinical Lead, Trust Adviser and Regional Adviser for RCSLT. Romola Bucks is Senior Lecturer in Clinical Psychology, Department of Psychology, University of Southampton.
Reviews for BNVR: The Butt Non-Verbal Reasoning Test
Easy to manipulate, quick to administer, user-friendly, and links well with other tests. Results may inform the decisions of the interdisciplinary team. ... A useful test for SLTs, OTs, and psychologists who work with aphasia, and for their students. - RCSLT Bulletin This is a useful addition to the range of assessment tools ... Read more