Ageing with bilingualism: benefits and challengesNickels, L., Hameau, S., Nair, V. K. K. ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6631-0587, Barr, P. ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6631-0587 and Biedermann, B. (2019) Ageing with bilingualism: benefits and challenges. Speech, Language and Hearing, 22 (1). pp. 32-50. ISSN 2050-571X
It is advisable to refer to the publisher's version if you intend to cite from this work. See Guidance on citing. To link to this item DOI: 10.1080/2050571X.2018.1555988 Abstract/SummaryMuch of the world’s population speaks more than one language, and there has been a great deal of media attention given to the potential benefits of bilingualism. In this paper we provide a critical overview of the literature on bilingualism as it relates to older adults. We address whether there is indeed a cognitive advantage from speaking more than one language, and whether it can help preserve cognitive and linguistic function as we age, and potentially reduce the impact of dementia. We also focus on the patterns of language impairment after stroke (aphasia) in bilingual speakers and the issues relating to clinical management of bilingual aphasia.
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