Anosognosia: What Are Key Clinical Assessment Considerations for SLPs?
Presented by Sarah Baar and Allison Mezo
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Allison Mezo, MA, CCC-SLP, a medical SLP, clinical educator, and brain injury survivor, joins host Sarah Baar to unpack the complex clinical picture of anosognosia after acquired brain injury. Sarah and Allison explore how SLPs can confidently identify awareness impairments using a structured, patient-centered assessment process. Together, they walk through real-world examples, including a detailed case study, to break down key tools and concepts like the awareness pyramid, implicit vs. explicit awareness, and the importance of informant input. Join us as we build your assessment toolbox and take the first steps toward more effective goal-setting for this nuanced diagnosis.
Learning Objectives
- Analyze the current evidence and the speech-language pathologist’s role in the assessment of anosognosia.
- Apply evidence-based, practical strategies to conduct assessment of anosognosia and contribute to a relationship-centered treatment plan.
- Solve patient case examples through the selection and application of appropriate anosognosia assessment tools and strategies.
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Meet your instructors
Sarah Baar
Sarah is a speech-language pathologist in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has had the opportunity to work in many settings across the continuum, including acute care, acute rehab, home and community, and outpatient therapy, and has been involved in various leadership projects. In 2016, she started the Honeycomb Speech Therapy…
Allison Mezo
Allison Mezo is a medical speech-language pathologist and educator who bridges clinical excellence with academic mentorship. She serves as a clinical instructor and coordinator of the Aphasia Communication Enhancement (ACE) Program at Western Michigan University, where she trains and mentors graduate students in applying the…
Chapters & learning objectives
1. Anosognosia: What Are Key Clinical Assessment Considerations for SLPs?
Allison Mezo, MA, CCC-SLP, joins host Sarah Baar to explore practical, evidence-based strategies SLPs can use to assess anosognosia after brain injury, with real-world tools, case insights, and a clear framework to guide clinical decision-making.
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