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Challenging the Field: Moving Beyond Disparity Descriptions to Actionable Steps in Aphasia Research.

Warren C Brown¹, Brandi L Newkirk-Turner¹

¹Department of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, Jackson State University, MS.

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Speech-language pathology must shift from describing disparities in aphasia rehabilitation to implementing equity-driven strategies. Integrating cultural responsiveness and community engagement will improve patient outcomes and ensure communication is a human right for all.

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Area of Science:

Speech-language pathology
Neurogenic communication disorders
Health equity

Background:

Systemic inequities in aphasia rehabilitation have persisted for over 50 years.
The field faces a critical juncture: continue describing disparities or actively dismantle them.
Current practices require systemic change in research, training, and service delivery.

Purpose of the Study:

To challenge the field of speech-language pathology to move beyond describing healthcare disparities in aphasia rehabilitation.
To advocate for the implementation of actionable, equity-driven strategies benefiting diverse communities.
To emphasize the integration of cultural responsiveness, intersectionality, and community-engaged approaches.

Main Methods:

This viewpoint synthesizes research on neurogenic communication disorders.
It highlights systemic inequities and proposes actionable strategies for change.
It draws on principles of cultural responsiveness, intersectionality, and community engagement.

Main Results:

The integration of equity-driven practices is essential for progress.
Transparent demographic reporting and diverse participant recruitment are crucial.
Culturally responsive clinical practices and community-engaged models offer a roadmap toward equity.

Conclusions:

Dismantling systemic inequities in aphasia rehabilitation requires deliberate action.
Embedding equity across research, training, practice, and policy is vital.
Achieving the mission of communication as a human right for all necessitates transformative change.