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the texture-modified range runs from “R” for regular diet, no restriction, through to “SP” for smooth pureed. Fluid symbols vary from “T” for thin fluids, no restrictions, through to “Th3” for extremely thick fluids. The book is rounded off with information about meal plan ideas, contacts and resources, helpful kitchen equipment, detailed nutritional information, and conversions. The author of this review “road tested” the scones and a lemon ricotta cake – both delicious! In terms of clinical use, it would be handy to have a copy to show clients and direct them to useful sections and where-to-buy details. It could also be used as a resource to “show and share” at dysphagia staff training sessions and/or food service meetings within hospitals. The authors encourage us to keep the conversation going by visiting www.crackingrecipes.com. DiLollo, A., & Neimeyer, R. A. (2014). Counseling in speech-language pathology and audiology: Reconstructing personal narratives . San Diego, CA: Plural Publishing, Inc. ISBN: 978-1-59756-484-7; pp. 368; US$49.95; www.pluralpublishing.com Ashleigh Pascoe

Morgan-Jones, P., Colombage, E., McIntosh, D., & Ellis, P. (2014). Don’t give me eggs that bounce: 118 cracking recipes for people with Alzheimer’s. Sydney: HammondCare MediaAustralia. ISBN: 9780987189295, pp. 252; RRP: $39.95. Caroline Baker

Speech pathologists and dietitians are well placed to advocate for individuals who require clinically safe and nutritionally adequate meals that don’t compromise on taste and appeal. Don’t give me eggs that bounce: 118 cracking recipes for people with Alzheimer’s is a useful and informative resource for use in the home, hospital, or

other settings including aged care. It is much more than another Australian recipe book. It offers a catalyst for change in meals for people with dysphagia. It inspires greater focus on upholding a person’s dignity and positive dining experiences, particularly in aged care. Leading aged care chef Peter Morgan-Jones has joined with health professionals including Prudence Ellis, a speech pathologist, to produce a resource specifically for people with dementia. However, there is suggestion that it may help a variety of people including older adults and people with “eating disabilities”. There is a proud endorsement by cook and TV presenter Maggie Beer who has boosted awareness of this complex issue in the community. Immediately upon perusal, one is drawn to the sumptuous food photography that inspires cooking! The format of text and font is attractive and the use of “plain language” with medical terms explained makes the book easy to read. Background regarding how the book came to be and “a few words about dementia” are provided. Practical information then follows about nutrition and successful eating in dementia, swallowing, preparing and plating texture-modified foods, and caring for the carer. The healthy recipes are divided into breakfast, lunch, dinner, mid meals, dessert, and beverages (including thickened). In addition, there are recipes sectioned under “soft”, “minced and moist”, and “smooth pureed”. Importantly, each recipe has a symbol guide which indicates the texture-modified food or fluids for which the recipe is suitable. For example,

Speech pathologists play an integral role in counselling communication and swallowing disorders, as documented in Speech Pathology Australia’s Scope of Practice (The Speech Pathology Association of Australia, 2003). Although counselling is highlighted as an important skill in the speech pathologist’s

repertoire, understanding the concept of counselling and how this can be applied to clinical practice can be challenging. Counseling in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology by DiLollo and Neimeyer (2014) is an invaluable resource for experienced clinicians, new graduates and students in the field of speech pathology and audiology. This book takes readers on a journey, aiming to empowerthem to challenge their thinking and understanding of counselling, focusing on a constructivist-

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