Based on the idea that pharmacy students need to develop effective verbal communication skills, a study looked at successful verbal communication, communication breakdown, and communication repair behaviors in pharmacy classes and practice settings and in the perceptions of students, professors, and preceptors. Common deficiencies and recommended…

This document describes an experiential workshop which focuses on the application of key communication strategies to alleviate relationship problems between older parents and their adult children. Three communication devices are outlined which can make possible an exchange of ideas and opinions and promote an increased understanding between parent…

Asperger Syndrome (AS) is a developmental disability marked by impairments in verbal and nonverbal communication, socialization, and behavior. This article provides an introduction to the difficulties experienced by students with AS and six strategies that can be easily implemented by teachers or parents to help students acquire the skills needed…