Publications by authors named "Maureen Nnenna Obiezu"
Background/objective: Studies show the need for improved communication and social skills of adolescents with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). Therefore, the present study aimed to analyze the effect of using rational-emotive language education (RELE) to pursue this need for adolescents in Nigeria.
Methods: The design of the study was a group randomized trial, with pretest, post-test, and follow-up.
Objective: To determine the effectiveness of a cognitive behaviour language therapy (CBLT) programme to reduce speech anxiety among stuttering school adolescents.
Methods: This was a group randomized clinical trial that enrolled stuttering school adolescents who had severe speech anxiety. The participants were randomized to either the treatment group or the control group.
Background/objective: Evidence from previous research has shown that the incidence of aphasia following a stroke is high in Nigeria and other countries, and there is a call for intervention programs. The objective of the current study was to investigate the efficacy of cognitive behavior language therapy (CBLT) on aphasia following a stroke.
Methods: The study was designed as a group randomized trial, which involved treatment and no-treatment control procedures.
Objective: This study aimed to examine the effects of a language education intervention (LEI) on social participation among emerging adults with autism.
Methods: This randomized clinical trial involved 86 emerging adults who had low social participation, as assessed by the Social Participation Questionnaire. Participants completed an LEI comprising cognitive, adaptive and rational thinking training to improve their ability to take part in social events.