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© 2015,The Routledge Handbook of Communication Disordersprovides an update on key issues and research in the clinical application of the speech, language and hearing sciences in both children and adults. Focusing on areas of cutting-edge research, this handbook showcases what we know about communication disorders, and their assessment and treatment. It emphasizes the application of theory to clinical practice throughout, and is arranged by the four key bases of communication impairments: Neural/Genetic Bases Perceptual-Motor Bases Cognitive-Linguistic Bases Socio-Cultural Bases. The handbookends with an integrative section, which looks at innovative ways of working across domains to arrive at novel assessment and treatment ideas. It is an important reference work for researchers, students and practitioners working in communication science and speech and language therapy. -
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© 2014,Counseling in Communication Disorders: A Wellness Perspective, now in its second edition, is a highly regarded textbook for graduate counseling courses in speech-language pathology and audiology programs. For the second edition, the authors have updated the literature on positive psychology and incorporated the importance of focusing on change.
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© 2015,This book guides speech-language pathologists and SLP students through the process of strategically inspecting the oral-facial region for structural and functional integrity. This manual applies principles of evidence-based practice throughout and includes: a review of relevant anatomy and physiology, instructions for inspection procedures, detailed clinical implications for a large number of structural and functional patterns, strategies for organizing and writing appropriate report sections, and implications that may impact plan of care.
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© 2015,This book provides professionals in speech-language pathology and audiology with tools to assist and support family caregivers of persons with communication disorders. It is intended for speech-language pathologists and audiologists who provide intervention for adults with chronic or disabling conditions.
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© 2013,Written for graduate students and practicing clinicians, this textbook, now in its second edition, provides comprehensive knowledge about understanding and conducting clinical research. Specifically, readers will learn to understand the strengths and weaknesses of different research methodologies, apply the results of research to clinical practice and decision making, and understand the importance of research ethics.. Importantly, this is the only book to take into account qualitative research and evidence-based practice, and to provide a detailed discussion of research ethics. For the second edition, the authors have updated and expanded the content. New and expanded topics include: . HIPAA and its impact on research Knowledge and skills needed for evidence-based research Application of revised Codes of Ethics to research: AAA (2011) and ASHA (2010) Comparison of ASHA (2005) and (2007) levels of evidence Chronology of research misconduct in the United States Organizational support for evidence-based practice Framing questions: PICO and PESICO Research utilization Information literacy Use of social networking as a research database Using single-subject design for ASD subjects In addition, the chapter on research grants includes an updated and expanded list of potential funding sources for grant-seeking purposes, both online and text-based, for federal, foundation, association, and corporate research grants.. With its updated content and many new features, Clinical Research Methods in speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, Second Edition is an excellent choice for students and professionals seeking to increase their knowledge of of research in communication sciences and disorders.
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© 2013,A classic in the field, Articulation and Phonological Disorders: Speech Sound Disorders in Children, 7e, presents the most up-to-date perspectives on the nature, assessment, and treatment of speech sound disorders. A must-have reference, this classic book delivers exceptional coverage of clinical literature and focuses on speech disorders of unknown causes. Offering a range of perspectives, it covers the normal aspects of speech sound articulation, normal speech sound acquisition, the classification of and factors related to the presence of phonological disorders, the assessment and remediation of speech sound disorders, and phonology as it relates to language and dialectal variations. This edition features twelve manageable chapters, including a new chapter on the classification of speech sound disorders, an expanded discussion of childhood apraxia of speech, additional coverage of evidence-based practices, and a look at both motor-based and linguistically-based treatment approaches.
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© 2014,Stuttering is the most comprehensive core introductory textbook on the topic available today. The work sets itself apart from competitors by exploring a variety of practice settings and grounding all topics in a firm basis of the disorder's origin and nature rather than just providing clinical presentations. It is the most popular textbook for undergraduate stuttering/fluency disorders courses in Speech Pathology/Audiology programs and first year graduate stuttering/fluency disorders courses in Speech Pathology masters programs. This has been the definitive text for a number of years and through multiple editions. With a new edition that updates the science and addresses all current methodologies, this will continue to be the most successful and useful textbook on the subject.
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© 2014,The third edition of the popular book Manual of Aphasia and Aphasia Therapy is now available. This comprehensive text covers the assessment and treatment of adult aphasia by speech-language pathologists. It is targeted at clinicians working in acute and post-acute settings who are likely to interact with people with aphasia. It focuses on the theoretical and research underpinnings and the practical application of a wide range of treatment approaches. This major revision of the Manual of Aphasia and Aphasia Therapy includes 8 new chapters with a significant amount of new, up-to-date information. The Manual of Aphasia and Aphasia Therapy, Third Edition also includes a DVD that contains printable forms, appendices from the text, the Test of Oral and Limb Apraxia, an observation rating form, and clinical materials. Video excerpts demonstrate treatment methods and assessment of individuals with various types of aphasia. -
© 2010,The newly revised INTRODUCTION TO Communication DISORDERS, Fourth Edition contains current and extensive information on both the science of communication and the profession of COMMUNICATIVE DISORDERS. It is an indispensable resource both for professors and students interested in this exciting interdisciplinary field. All chapters of this popular text have been revised. A new chapter on literacy skills in children and the role of the speech-language pathologists in literacy intervention has been added. The chapter on medical speech-language pathology now includes extended discussions of swallowing and its DISORDERS, childhood apraxia of speech, and dementia. The chapter on language acquisition and DISORDERS now includes school-age and older children in addition TO preschool children. The single chapter of audiology and audiologic rehabilitation has now been increased TO two chapters. Expanded information is provided on autism spectrum DISORDERS and other special TOpics in speech-language pathology. This edition also includes several supplemental resources TO enhance teaching and learning: 1. Student DVD features a host of rich learning opportunities through phoTOs, videos, audio clips, Web links, and Student Interactive Tests. Students can print images or insert them inTO Microsoft Word documents TO help them learn the concepts. The Student DVD also includes speech samples from real clients with various communication DISORDERS and brief demonstrations of treatment procedures with real clinicians and clients. The Student DVD also has a search function. 2. Student Coursebook (sold separately) features outlines of the textbook chapters, definitions of basic terms, summaries of important information, clinical procedures, and typical test questions and answers. Students find the Student Coursebook particularly helpful for integrating information from the text, instrucTOrs lectures, and outside reading materials inTO a single, coheren -
© 2011,The second edition of Aging and Communication provides a discussion of life-span aspects of communication behavior, disorders, and interventions. Chapters are written in a reader-friendly format, highlighting clinically relevant information. In-depth discussion of the effect of aging on hearing, speech/voice, swallowing, cognition and language are provided. For each clinical area, information includes: * Effects of normal aging * Disorders that occur frequently in the elderly population * Social, psychological, and environmental factors that influence functioning * Evidence-based assessment and intervention strategies * Relevant reimbursement issues Authors from multiple disciplines contribute content that reflects the interdisciplinary challenges of understanding communication and aging. The text is organized around a framework of primary, secondary, and tertiary aging. The book challenges the reader to examine their attitudes regarding aging and provides suggestions for interaction with the elderly. It also includes discussions of end-of-life legal issues, counseling, and hospice care. -
© 2013,Management of Speech and Swallowing Disorders in Degenerative Diseases, Third Edition provides updated information on the many advances made in the understanding and treatment of degenerative diseases. Each of the first four chapters of this text is devoted to one medical diagnosis: amyotrophic lateral sclerosis Parkinsons disease Huntingtons disease multiple sclerosis For each of the diseases, the intervention is organized into the stages of mild dysarthria, moderate dysarthria, and severe dysarthria. Scales rating speech and swallowing function are provided, along with clinical examination forms and checklists. Two new chapters provide information that crosses all of the diseases. The fifth chapter describes the clinical examination of speech and swallowing. The sixth chapter, authored by Steven Bloch, PhD, describes the maintenance of conversational interaction in the face of degenerative disease. Finally, a glossary of operational definitions serves to familiarize readers with the medical and technical terms used in the text. The text is accompanied by a CD of reproducible handouts which include brief descriptions of normal speech and swallowing, information on each of the diseases, descriptions of the typical effects of each disease on speech and swallowing, suggestions for improving speech and swallowing, and drawings of the speech and swallowing mechanisms that may be helpful in patient education. A resource list containing addresses and Web sites of pertinent national organizations is also provided. -
© 2013,With expanded and updated information including current techniques, approaches, and case studies, the 3rd edition of this bestselling book continues its reputation as a dependable and outstanding evidence-based source on acquired motor speech disorders in adults. It covers the substrates of motor speech and its disorders, the disorders and their diagnoses, and management -- focusing on integrating what is known about the bases of motor speech disorders with the realities of clinical practice to ensure readers have the key content they need to be effective practitioners.Three-part organization first covers the neurologic underpinnings of speech, then the various disorders resulting from problems in the nervous system, and then the basic principles and disorder-specific management strategies.Emphasis on evidence-based practice helps distill disparate information and stresses the best practices within motor speech disorders.Cutting-edge research ensures this book contains the most comprehensive and up-to-date look at the state of motor speech disorders.Case studies help clarify dense and difficult content and help hone your critical thinking skills.Summary tables and boxes offer easy access to important information such as causes and characteristics to aid in differential diagnosis.Chapter outline and summary sections keep you focused on the most significant information. NEW Accompanying Evolve site features an interactive PowerPoint presentation with more than 60 audio and video clips demonstrating various disorders.NEW Updated content incorporates Dr. DuffyOCOs findings from nearly 1,000 new articles on motor speech disorders.UNIQUE Two-color design and larger trim size help highlight key information and allow for easier lay-flat reading. " -
© 2013,How can SLPs and other practitioners provide the best supports for adults with aphasia-and help them make a successful return to daily life? Clear answers are in this comprehensive text, the definitive guide to research-based strategies, supports, and technologies that improve outcomes for adults with chronic or acute aphasia. Introducing a unique approach to aphasia treatment , this book goes far beyond coverage of AAC devices, revealing innovative ways to educate families and communities about the needs of people with aphasia and encourage ongoing participation in everyday life. SLPs, OTs, PTs, and other service providers will get the foundational knowledge they need to leverage today's technology--both electronic and non-electronic options-to support communication ensure effective communication support across all healthcare settings and stages of recovery implement therapeutic assessments that involve patients as proactive partners in their rehabilitation weave communication supports into inpatient and outpatient therapy conduct aphasia treatment in small groups to enhance communication and reduce social isolation support participation in everyday situations, including self-care, leisure activities, and interpersonal interactions strengthen social relationships by training the communication partners of people with aphasia maintain ongoing, long-term communication support that adapts to changing needs An ideal textbook for graduate courses on aphasia--and an indispensable resource for practicing SLPs and other service providers--this book will help professionals strengthen the communication skills, social competence, and life satisfaction of people with aphasia. Includes brief, instructive case studies and quick-reference lists of communication strategies and supports Click here to learn more about Brookes' Augmentative and Alternative Communication Series!