Diagnosis in Speech-Language Pathology

Presents a model for diagnosis followed by detailed on the application of that model to each disorder category. Provides students with strong foundation for the diagnostic process and encourages continuous exploration of diagnostic methods. Up to date coverage in each chapter, with useful clinical resources.

List of contents

Preface. List of Contributors. Perspectives on Diagnosis. Multicultural Issues in Speech and Language Assessment. The Clinical History. The Exit Conference. The Oral Mechanism. Language Disorders. Speech Sound Disorders. Stuttering. Voice Disorders. Assessing Language in the Classroom and Curriculum. Aphasia and Related Disorders. Motor Speech Disorders. Head and Neck Cancer. Cleft Palate. Disordered Swallowing. Adults with Mental Retardation. Children Who Are Hard of Hearing. The Child Who Has Severe or Profound Hearing Loss. Index.

Summary

Presents a model for diagnosis followed by detailed on the application of that model to each disorder category. Provides students with strong foundation for the diagnostic process and encourages continuous exploration of diagnostic methods. Up to date coverage in each chapter, with useful clinical resources.

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Product details

• Authors: Hughlett Morris, Hughlett L. Morris, D. C. Spriestersbach, D.C. Spriestersbach, J. Tomblin, J. Bruce Tomblin
• Publisher: Singular Pub
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.01.1999
• No. of pages: 536
• Dimensions: 180 mm x 253 mm x 30 mm
• Weight: 962 g
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Medicine > Medical professions; Non-fiction book > Psychology, esoterics, spirituality, anthroposophy > Applied psychology