Communication and Communication Disorders: A Clinical Introduction (Allyn & Bacon Communication Sciences and Disorders)
<!--[if gte mso 9]> <xml> Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 </xml> <![endif][if gte mso 9]> <xml> </xml> <![endif][if gte mso 10]> <![endif]--> <p style="margin:0px;">Featuring contributions from leading experts, <i>Communication and Communication Disorders:</i> <i> A Clinical Introduction, 4e </i>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.</p>