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Expressive communication

Speech fluency and finding words

The core digital measure of expressive communication assesses speech fluency and word-finding abilities, providing a structured approach for evaluating how ADRD patients communicate verbally.

To incorporate this measure into your work, use the resources below to deepen understanding of communication between ADRD patients and their care partners.

Measure expressive communication

Use this measure in your research to capture essential data on speech patterns, including pauses and word choice accuracy.

Effectively implement the measure

This discussion guide supports the effective implementation of the core set of digital measures of ADRD by offering structured prompts for exploring the expressive communication ontology.

Use it to align your team on best practices, enhance cross-functional understanding, and ensure that each measure captures the unique experiences of ADRD patients and their care partners.