Shani Lee

This single-case intervention study aims to advance research into interaction-focused intervention for aphasia in the following ways: by targeting intervention at the person with aphasia and the main conversation partner as a couple; by focusing on conversational behaviours where the person with aphasia can be seen to be restricted by the conversational actions of the conversation partner, in particular by recurrent questioning using closed questions and yes/no interrogatives; and by using a novel combination of qualitative and quantitative approaches to evaluate the intervention. - Shani Lee

expression of sexuality is a healthy and proper aspect of human behaviour, and that for patients detained in hospital, sometimes for an extended period, the means of expression may be a matter for sensitive consideration - Shani Lee

Sexuality does not simply refer to sexual acts, but is also part of our person. It includes one’s self perception, self esteem, personal history, personality and concept of love and intimacy. It makes us what we are. - Shani Lee

When sexuality and physical disability is discussed it is often in purely functional terms, like fertility, technique and capacity to physically perform sexual activities. It commonly leaves out all the wider aspects of sexuality: feelings, affection, emotional and physical needs and desires, same-sex relationships. - Shani Lee