Affiliation:
1. 12476 Research Centre for Ageing, Language and Care, School of Foreign Studies, Tongji University , Shanghai , China
Abstract
Abstract
This study examines the multimodal pragmatic abilities of older adults experiencing typical aging in contrast to those with Alzheimer’s disease, via the statistical and comparative analysis of harmful illocutionary forces expressed in their discourse. The results indicated that individuals with Alzheimer’s disease showed a noticeable lack of emotional engagement, which hindered the felicity of illocutionary forces. Furthermore, these patients struggled to use appropriate prosodic indicators, alongside a diminished integration of conventional gestures. Highlighting the significance of multimodal illocutionary force indicators in speech acts, this study contributes to a more intricate comprehension of interpersonal communication.
Funder
The Project of Philosophy and Social Science Foundation of Shanghai “A Study of Pattern and Criteria of Age-Friendly Business Development”
The Project of China Disabled Persons’ Federation “A Study of Semantic Disorder of Older Adults with Dementia in China”
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