INTRO: A Guide to Communication Sciences and Disorders

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"INTRO: A Guide to Communication Sciences and Disorders, Third Edition'' is designed for the undergraduate student with an interest in entering the field of communication sciences and disorders. ''INTRO'' is an introduction to the professions of speech-language pathology and audiology and the underlying discipline on which they are based, communication sciences and disorders. This text provides essential information concerning a wide range of communication disorders found in children and adults. Key Features: *A strong international focus with coverage of country-specific incidence and prevalence of various communication disorders. *Each chapter begins with learning objectives and ends with study questions to review key concepts. *Bolded key terms and a comprehensive glossary improve retention of the material. *The text includes real-life examples in the form of video links to help reinforce the information in the text. New to the Third Edition: *A reorganized chapter on communication disorders and the professions for greater flow of information (Chapter 1). *A NEW chapter on alternative and augmentative communication (Chapter 10). *Thoroughly updated chapters on audition (Chapters 12 and 13). *A PluralPlus companion website with PowerPoint lecture slides and a sample syllabi for instructors, as well as practice quizzes and additional web resources for students. ''INTRO'' is beautifully illustrated and written in an engaging, yet straightforward approach, with an overview of the formative history, as well as current theories and research provided for each disorder. The sole authorship of the book ensures a uniform writing style, which is often missing from introductory texts. The book holds worldwide appeal and is written for an international audience. For some, this book may serve as a springboard for the pursuit of a career in audiology and speech-language pathology; nevertheless, every reader will acquire an appreciation of the gift of communication. Foreword Preface Reviewers Section 1. Background to Communication Sciences and Disorders 1. Communication Disorders and the Professions Objectives Introduction Terminology and Definitions Models of Communication The Professions A Brief History of the Professions Educational Preparation Professional Work Settings Professional Code of Ethics Cultural Considerations and Communication Disorders The Professions of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology on the World Wide Web Study Questions References Appendix 1–A. ASHA Code of Ethics (2016) 2. Anatomy of Speech and Hearing Objectives Introduction Speech Anatomy The Process of Speech Production Hearing Anatomy The Process of Hearing Historic Aspects of Anatomy and Physiology Cultural Considerations in Anatomy and Physiology Current Research in Speech and Hearing Anatomy and Physiology Anatomy and Physiology on the World Wide Web Study Questions References Section 2.Developmental Communication Disorders 3. Child Language Disorders Objectives Introduction Terminology and Definitions Language Development Historic Aspects of Child Language Disorders Types of Child Language Disorders Current Theories Regarding Child Language Development and Disorders Assessment of Child Language Disorders Treatment of Child Language Disorders Cultural Considerations and Child Language Disorders Current Research in Child Language Disorders Child Language Disorders on the World Wide Web Study Questions References 4. Child Phonological Disorders Objectives Introduction Terminology and Definitions Historic Aspects of Child Phonological Disorders Types of Phonological Disorders Current Theories Regarding Child Phonological Disorders Assessment of Child Phonological Disorders Treatment of Child Phonological Disorders Cultural Consideration and Child Phonological Disorders Current Research in Child Phonological Disorders Child Phonological Disorders on the World Wide Web Study Questions References 5. Fluency Disorders Objectives Introduction Terminology and Definitions Historic Aspects of Fluency Disorders Types of Fluency Disorders Current Theories Regarding Stuttering Assessment of Fluency Disorders Treatment of Fluency Disorders Cultural Considerations and Fluency Disorders Current Research in Fluency Disorders Fluency Disorders on the World Wide Web Study Questions References 6. Cleft Lip and Palate Objectives Introduction Terminology and Definitions Historic Aspects of Cleft Lip and Palate Disorders of Cleft Lip and Palate Current Theories of Cleft Lip and Palate Assessment of Cleft Lip and Palate Treatment of Cleft Lip and Palate Cultural Considerations and Cleft Lip and Palate Current Research in Cleft Lip and Palate Cleft Lip and Palate on the World Wide Web Study Questions References Section 3. Acquired and Genetic Communication Disorders 7. Voice Disorders Objectives Introduction Terminology and Definitions Historic Aspects of Voice Disorders Types of Voice Disorders Current Theories of Voice Disorders Assessment of Voice Disorders Treatment of Voice Disorders Cultural Considerations and Voice Disorders Current Research in Voice Disorders Voice Disorders on the World Wide Web Study Questions References 8. Neurogenic Communication Disorders Objectives Introduction Terminology and Definitions Historic Aspects of Neurogenic Communication Disorders Types of Neurogenic Communication Disorders Current Theories Regarding Neurogenic Communication Disorders Assessment of Neurogenic Communication Disorders Treatment of Neurogenic Communication Disorders Cultural Considerations and Neurogenic Communication Disorders Current Research in Neurogenic Communication Disorders Neurogenic Communication Disorders on the World Wide Web Study Questions References 9. Dysphagia Objectives Introduction Terminology and Definitions Historic Aspects of Dysphagia Types of Dysphagia Causes of Dysphagia Assessment of Dysphagia Treatment of Dysphagia Cultural Considerations and Dysphagia Current Research in Dysphagia Dysphagia on the World Wide Web Study Questions References 10. Augmentative and Alternative Communication Objectives Introduction Terminology and Definitions Historic Aspects of AAC Types of AAC Assessment of AAC Treatment of AAC Cultural Considerations and AAC Current Research in AAC AAC on the World Wide Web Study Questions References 11. Genetics and Syndromes Objectives Introduction Terminology and Definitions Historic Aspects of Genetics Types of Syndromes Assessment of Genetic Conditions Treatment of Genetic Conditions Cultural Considerations and Genetics Current Research in Genetics Genetics and Syndromes on the World Wide Web Study Questions References Section 4. Audition 12. Hearing Disorders Objectives Introduction Terminology and Definitions Historic Aspects of Hearing Disorders Types of Hearing Disorders Assessment of Hearing Disorders Cultural Considerations and Hearing Disorders Current Research in Hearing Disorders Hearing Disorders on the World Wide Web Study Questions References 13. Auditory Rehabilitation Objectives Introduction Terminology and Definitions Historic Aspects of Aural Rehabilitation Treatment Approaches: Hearing Rehabilitation Treatment Approaches: Speech and Language Rehabilitation Cultural Considerations and Aural Rehabilitation Current Research in Aural Rehabilitation Aural Rehabilitation on the World Wide Web Study Questions References Glossary Index