Communication and Communication Disorders: A Clinical Introduction: International Edition

Communication and Communication Disorders: A Clinical Introduction: International Edition
ISBN-10
0132926385
ISBN-13
9780132926386
Category
Communicative disorders
Pages
408
Language
English
Published
2012-03-01
Publisher
Pearson Academic Computing
Author
Elena Plante

Description

Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Featuring contributions from leading experts, "Communication and Communication Disorders: "" A Clinical Introduction, 4e "blends science, clinical applications, and introductory concepts to help readers develop a sound understanding of the field. Appropriate for both majors and non-majors, the text's consistent format and unifying organization address communication disorders involving articulation, fluency, voice and swallowing, language, and hearing. Focusing on communication disorders over the lifespan, the text balances speech-language pathology and audiology and includes separate chapters devoted to child and adult disorders. This edition includes a new chapter on pediatric audiology; expanded discussion of language acquisition; and more information on autism, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, and childhood aphasia. Case illustrations, figures, and photographs are used liberally to illustrate concepts and a capstone chapter highlights possible careers.

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