ESSENTIALS OF COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS, International Edition takes a streamlined approach to offering an introductory textbook for speech-language pathology and audiology students. Utilizing solid, up-to-date information and a total-person approach, its comprehensive format is organized according to ASHA’s Knowledge and Skills Acquisitions (KASA)Standards and includes chapters dedicated to providing an overview of communication and the professions of speech-language pathology and audiology. Chapter coverage of the communicative disorders begins with the physical and functional elements of each disorder followed by basic assessment strategies and then moves into a discussion of therapy options. A highly inviting design and pedagogical elements such as margin definitions, Application Questions, Case Studies, and over 150 full-color illustrations and photographs help beginning students master the material without overwhelming them with too much information. ESSENTIALS OF COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS, International Edition encourages future professionals by presenting an easy to understand, approachable writing style that offers a realistic view of the helping professions.

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1. Essentials of Communication and Its Disorders. 2. Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists. 3. Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Language. 4. Speech and Language Development. 5 Articulation and Phonological Disorders in Children. 6. Language Disorders in Children. 7. Literacy Disorders in Children. 8. Fluency Disorders. 9. Voice Disorders in Children and Adults. 10. Cleft Lip and Palate. 11. Neurological Disorders in Adults. 12. Swallowing Disorders / Dysphagia. 13. Special Populations with Communication Disorders. 14. Hearing Disorders in Children and Adults. Epilogue. Glossary. Index.

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