Communication and Communication Disorders: A Clinical Introduction, 4th Edition

Featuring contributions from leading experts, Communication and Communication Disorders: A Clinical Introduction, 4e 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.

Book Details

• Authors: Elena M Plante, Pelagie M. Beeson
• Publisher: Pearson
• Edition: 4th Edition
• eBook ISBN: 9780133466430, 0133466434
• Print ISBN: 9780132658126, 0132658127
• Other ISBNs: 9780132926386, 9780133091007, 9780132876971