How to assess and interpret single word reading comprehension using the PALPA 48

A speech and language therapist and lecturer based in the UK explains how you can use PALPA subtest 48 to assess the single-word reading comprehension of someone with aphasia after a brain injury and interpret the results using the cognitive neuropsychological model of language processing. Chapters: 0:00 - introduction 0:18 - Overview of the PALPA 0:36 - Rationale for the PALPA 48 1:19 - Before you assess be aware of visual difficulties 2:51 - How to administer the PALPA 48 3:38 - How the PALPA 48 relates to the cog-neuro model of language processing 4:09 - Visual orthographic analysis 6:28 - Orthographic input lexicon 7:14 - Semantic system 8:17 - Selecting the correct picture 9:17 - Why shouldn’t people read the words aloud 10:08 - How to analyse the results of the PALPA 48 15:41 - What could you do next? 18:04 - Outro Reference list: Binder, L. M., Iverson, G. L., & Brooks, B. L. (2009). To err is human: “Abnormal” neuropsychological scores and variability are common in healthy adults. Archives of Clinical Neuropsychology, 24(1), 31-46. https://doi.org/10.1093/arclin/acn001 Pierce, J. E. (2023, August 16). The “PALPA Model” Explained: Normal Language Processing in Psycholinguistics. [Video]. Youtube.    • The "PALPA Model" Explained: Normal Langua...   Purcell, J. J., Schubert, T. M., & Hillis, A. E. (2015). Acquired impairments in reading. In A. E. Hillis (Ed.), The Handbook of Adult Language Disorders (2nd edn., pp. 3-23). Psychology Press. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315713557 Whitworth, A., Webster, J., & Howard, D. (2014). A Cognitive Neuropsychological Approach to Assessment and Intervention in Aphasia: A Clinician’s Guide. 2nd edn. Psychology Press. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315852447 Disclaimer: This video is for educational and information purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The information provided should not be used as a substitute for professional training, supervised practice, or professional assessment. Please speak to a speech and language therapist with experience managing aphasia if you have got any questions about the PALPA or reading difficulties following an acquired brain injury.