Introduction to Communication Disorders A Lifespan Evidence Based Perspective 6th Edition by Robert Owens, Kimberly Farinella, Dale Evans Metz ISBN 0134801571 9780134801575

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Author: Robert Owens, Kimberly Farinella, Dale Evans Metz

A clear, comprehensive introduction to communication sciences and disorders Introduction to Communication Disorders: A Lifespan Evidence-Based Perspective presents recent advances in the assessment and treatment of communication disorders in a highly readable manner. Each chapter is concise, yet comprehensive–striking a just right balance of information appropriate for introductory-level students. Readers gain a basic foundation in the areas of anatomy and physiology of speech and hearing, and an overview of the various disorders that affect voice, fluency, articulation, language, cognition, swallowing, and hearing across the lifespan. Updated case studies, evidence-based practice summary boxes, and new medically based photographs help students bridge the gap between theory and clinical application.     Also available with the Enhanced Pearson eText The Enhanced Pearson eText provides a rich, interactive learning environment designed to improve student mastery of content with embedded videos, audio samples, interactive application exercises, and self-check quizzes. Note: You are purchasing a standalone product; the Enhanced Pearson eText does not come packaged with this content. Students, if interested in purchasing this title with the Enhanced Pearson eText, ask your instructor to confirm the correct package ISBN and Course ID. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information. If you would like to purchase both the physical text and the Enhanced Pearson eText search for: 0134800311 / 9780134800318 Introduction to Communication Disorders: A Lifespan Evidence-Based Perspective, with Enhanced Pearson eText — Access Card Package Package consists of:   0134801466 / 9780134801469 Introduction to Communication Disorders: A Lifespan Evidence-Based Perspective, Enhanced Pearson eText — Access Card     0134801474 / 9780134801476 Introduction to Communication Disorders: A Lifespan Evidence-Based Perspective

Introduction to Communication Disorders A Lifespan Evidence Based Perspective 6th Table of contents:

1. The Field, the Professionals, and the Clients

• Learning Outcomes

• Communication Disorders

• The Professionals and Their Roles

  • Audiologists

  • Credentials for Audiologists

  • Speech-Language Pathologists

  • Credentials for Speech-Language Pathologists

  • Speech, Language, and Hearing Scientists

  • What They Do

  • Related Professions: A Team Approach

• Service Through the Lifespan

• Evidence-Based Practice

• Communication Disorders in Historical Perspective

• Summary

• Suggested Readings/Sources

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2. Typical and Disordered Communication

• Learning Outcomes

• Role of Culture and the Environment

  • Cultural Identity

  • The Environment

• Aspects of Communication

  • Language: Form, Content, Use

  • Speech: Articulation, Fluency, Voice

  • Nonverbal Communication: Artifacts, Kinesics, Space and Time

• Communication Through the Lifespan

• Communication and Swallowing Impairments

  • Language Disorders: Form, Content, Use

  • Speech Disorders: Articulation, Fluency, Voice

  • Hearing Disorders: Deafness, Hard of Hearing, Auditory Processing

  • Swallowing Disorders

• How Common Are Communication Disorders?

  • Defining “Normal”

  • Secondary Disorders

  • Prevalence Estimates

• Assessment and Intervention

  • Prevention

  • Assessment Process

  • Intervention Objectives and Strategies

  • Measuring Effectiveness

• Summary

• Suggested Readings/Sources

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3. Overview of the Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech Production Mechanism

• Learning Outcomes

• The Respiratory System

  • Structures and Muscles

  • Tidal vs. Speech Breathing

  • Lifespan Issues

• The Laryngeal System

  • Structures and Muscles

  • Lifespan Issues

• The Articulatory/Resonating System

  • Key Structures: Teeth, Tongue, Velum

  • Lifespan Issues

• The Speech Production Process

• Summary

• Suggested Readings/Sources

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4. Childhood Language Impairments

• Learning Outcomes

• Language Development Through the Lifespan

  • Pre-language to School-Age

• Language Impairments and Associated Disorders

  • Specific Language Impairment

  • Social Communication Disorder

  • Intellectual Disability

  • Learning Disabilities

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder

  • Brain Injury and Other Impairments

• Assessment

• Intervention

  • Target Selection, Evidence-Based Procedures

• Summary

• Suggested Readings/Sources

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5. Speech Sound Disorders

• Learning Outcomes

• Understanding Speech Sounds

  • Consonant and Vowel Classifications

• Typical Speech Sound Acquisition

• Associated Disorders and Related Causes

  • Cognitive, Hearing, Neurological, and Structural Factors

• Assessment

  • Inventory, Analysis, Prognostic Indicators

• Treatment Approaches

  • Drill, Language-Based, Motor, Phonological

  • Technology in Therapy

• Summary

• Suggested Readings/Sources

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6. Developmental Literacy Impairments

• Learning Outcomes

• Reading

  • Awareness, Comprehension, Development

• Reading Problems

• Assessment and Intervention for Reading

• Writing

  • Spelling, Executive Function, Text Generation

• Writing Problems

• Assessment and Intervention for Writing

• Summary

• Suggested Readings/Sources

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7. Adult Language Impairments

• Learning Outcomes

• Lifespan Language Development

• The Nervous System and Language

• Aphasia

  • Types, Causes, Assessment, and Intervention

• Right Hemisphere Brain Damage

• Traumatic Brain Injury

• Cognitive Impairment and Dementia

• Summary

• Suggested Readings/Sources

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8. Fluency Disorders

• Learning Outcomes

• Normal vs. Disordered Fluency

• Development of Stuttering

• Theories and Models of Stuttering

• Evaluation and Treatment

  • Indirect, Direct, and Lifespan-Based Approaches

• Efficacy and Impact of Treatment

• Summary

• Suggested Readings/Sources

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9. Voice and Resonance Disorders

• Learning Outcomes

• Normal Voice and Resonance Production

• Voice and Resonance Disorders

  • Organic, Neurologic, Functional

• Evaluation

• Management

  • Behavioral, Medical, Surgical Interventions

  • Transgender Voice Therapy

• Summary

• Suggested Readings/Sources

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10. Motor Speech Disorders

• Learning Outcomes

• Motor Speech Structures and Control

• Types of Motor Speech Disorders

  • Dysarthrias

  • Apraxia

  • Cerebral Palsy

• Evaluation and Treatment

• Summary

• Suggested Readings/Sources

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11. Disorders of Swallowing

• Learning Outcomes

• Normal and Disordered Swallowing Phases

• Correlates and Causes

  • Pediatric and Adult Dysphagia

• Evaluation

• Treatment

  • Environment, Rehabilitative, Medical, and Surgical Options

• Summary

• Suggested Readings/Sources

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12. Audiology and Hearing Loss

• Learning Outcomes

• Classification and Impact of Hearing Loss

• Deaf Culture and Community

• Fundamentals of Sound

• Auditory System Anatomy

• Types of Hearing Loss

• Assessment Procedures

• Management and Rehabilitation

  • Aids, Implants, Communication Strategies

• Summary

• Suggested Readings/Sources

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13. Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)

• Learning Outcomes

• AAC Overview

  • Users and Types (Unaided, Aided, Symbols, Output)

• Assessment and Feature Matching

• Intervention Considerations

• Summary

• Suggested Readings/Sources

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Appendices

• Professional Organizations

  • American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)

  • Related Professional Associations

• Glossary

• References

• Name Index

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