communication support
[/kəˌmjuːnɪˈkeɪʃən səˈpɔːrt/]
nounpl: communication supports
apoio à comunicação
1. Assistance or resources provided to help individuals express themselves and understand others, often used in healthcare, education, or accessibility contexts
The teacher provided communication support to the student with a speech impediment.
A professora forneceu apoio à comunicação para o aluno com deficiência de fala.
2. Tools, strategies, or interventions designed to facilitate effective interaction and understanding between parties
The hospital offers communication support services for patients with hearing loss.
O hospital oferece serviços de apoio à comunicação para pacientes com perda auditiva.
3. Professional or technical assistance in conveying messages clearly in organizational or therapeutic settings
Communication support was essential during the crisis management meeting.
O apoio à comunicação foi essencial durante a reunião de gestão de crise.
In Brazil, 'communication support' is particularly emphasized in inclusive education and healthcare reform contexts, reflecting growing attention to accessibility and patient-centered care. In the USA, this term is widely used in special education, speech-language pathology, and assistive technology sectors.
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