Introduction to Communication Sciences and Disorders, 5e - 14223

Additional Book Details

The fifth edition of Introduction to Communication Sciences and Disorders uses detailed illustrations and easy-to-read text to introduce the broad range of topics in the field. Its contents provide a clear organizational structure in five sections:

* Communication and Communication Disorders
* Language Development and Disorders
* Speech Disorders
* Hearing Disorders
* The Profession of Communication Sciences and Disorders

New to the fifth edition:

* The informal writing style makes the content more readable and easier to grasp. This is especially helpful for students encountering most of these topics for the first time.
* The content can be covered in one semester.
* Sections have been added on assessing voice and adult neurogenic disorders.
* Information on diversity and multicultural issues has been updated and expanded.
* This textbook now discusses the impact of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental DisordersFifth Edition (DSM-5) on the field of communication sciences and disorders, especially as it affects the communication needs of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD).
* Also included in this edition is a description of how evidence-based practices have emerged to guide clinicians providing services to clients with communication disorders.
* Embedded quick response (QR) codes take the reader directly to the relevant videos and websites.
* All chapters have been thoroughly updated, and revised.
* All references have been completely updated.