Neurology for the Speech-Language Pathologist - Elsevier eBook on VitalSource, 6th Edition
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By Wanda Webb, PhD, CCC-SLP and Richard K. Adler, PhD, CCC-SLP
The concise, easy-to-understand Neurology for the Speech-Language Pathologist, 6th Edition provides students and clinicians with a practical guide for the study and understanding of neurology in speech-language pathology (SLP). Correlated with clinic
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The concise, easy-to-understand Neurology for the Speech-Language Pathologist, 6th Edition provides students and clinicians with a practical guide for the study and understanding of neurology in speech-language pathology (SLP). Correlated with clinical syndromes and diseases seen in SLP, it gives you a solid understanding of the nervous system, including: development of the nervous system, organization of the brain, protective mechanisms, descending motor and ascending sensory pathways, and cranial nerves. New content, case studies, and a strong clinical focus make this new edition essential as you move into practice.
The concise, easy-to-understand Neurology for the Speech-Language Pathologist, 6th Edition provides students and clinicians with a practical guide for the study and understanding of neurology in speech-language pathology (SLP). Correlated with clinical syndromes and diseases seen in SLP, it gives you a solid understanding of the nervous system, including: development of the nervous system, organization of the brain, protective mechanisms, descending motor and ascending sensory pathways, and cranial nerves. New content, case studies, and a strong clinical focus make this new edition essential as you move into practice.
New to this edition
NEW! Separate section on pediatric speech and language disorders
, including a chapter on the developing brain.
EXPANDED! Updated sections on neurodiagnostic and neuroimaging procedures, as well as childhood apraxia of speech, fluency disorders, Autism, and TBI.
NEW! Updated discussion of the anatomy and function of the cerebellum gives you the most current information.
UPDATED! Covers the latest neuroimaging research on anatomy, physiology, and disorders of speech-language.
EXPANDED! Discusses the brain connectivity and the neural network underlying learning and language.
EXPANDED! Addresses motor control for speech production so you stay in the know.
Key Features
The perfect reader-friendly introduction to the neurology of speech and language
Emphasizes the neurological mechanisms involved in communication disorders in children and adults
Author Information
By Wanda Webb, PhD, CCC-SLP, Assistant Professor of Hearing and Speech Sciences, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Nashville, TN and Richard K. Adler, PhD, CCC-SLP, Professor, Department of Speech/Language/Hearing Sciences, Minnesota State University, Moorhead, MN
By Wanda Webb, PhD, CCC-SLP, Assistant Professor of Hearing and Speech Sciences, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Nashville, TN and Richard K. Adler, PhD, CCC-SLP, Professor, Department of Speech/Language/Hearing Sciences, Minnesota State University, Moorhead, MN
1. Introduction to Speech-Language Neurology 2. Organization of the Nervous System I 3. Organization of the Nervous System II 4. Neuronal Function in the Nervous System 5. Neurosensory Organization of Speech and Hearing 6. Neuromotor Control of Speech 7. The Cranial Nerves 8. Clinical Speech Syndromes of the Motor Systems 9. Central Language Mechanisms and Learning 10. Adult Disorders of Language 11. Pediatrics: The Developing Brain 12. Pediatric Clinical Speech Syndromes 13. Pediatric Disorders of Language
https://www.asia.elsevierhealth.com/neurology-for-the-speech-language-pathologist-elsevier-ebook-on-vitalsource-9780323100267.html321100Neurology for the Speech-Language Pathologist - Elsevier eBook on VitalSourcehttps://www.asia.elsevierhealth.com/media/catalog/product/https://www.asia.elsevierhealth.com/media/catalog/product/placeholder/default/generic_item_image_123x160_1_1.png73.7981.99USDInStock/Health Professions/Health Professions (General)/Health Professions/Health Professions (General)/eBooks/eBooks433512550545974388724505466514182692433509248865365054558<p>The concise, easy-to-understand <b>Neurology for the Speech-Language Pathologist, 6th Edition </b>provides students and clinicians with a practical guide for the study and understanding of neurology in speech-language pathology (SLP). Correlated with clinical syndromes and diseases seen in SLP, it gives you a solid understanding of the nervous system, including: development of the nervous system, organization of the brain, protective mechanisms, descending motor and ascending sensory pathways, and cranial nerves. New content, case studies, and a strong clinical focus make this new edition essential as you move into practice.</p> <p>The concise, easy-to-understand <b>Neurology for the Speech-Language Pathologist, 6th Edition </b>provides students and clinicians with a practical guide for the study and understanding of neurology in speech-language pathology (SLP). Correlated with clinical syndromes and diseases seen in SLP, it gives you a solid understanding of the nervous system, including: development of the nervous system, organization of the brain, protective mechanisms, descending motor and ascending sensory pathways, and cranial nerves. New content, case studies, and a strong clinical focus make this new edition essential as you move into practice.</p>00add-to-cart97803231002672016ProfessionalBy Wanda Webb, PhD, CCC-SLP and Richard K. Adler, PhD, CCC-SLP20176E-BookOtherMosby0Mar 21, 2016IN STOCKBy <STRONG>Wanda Webb</STRONG>, PhD, CCC-SLP, Assistant Professor of Hearing and Speech Sciences, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Nashville, TN and <STRONG>Richard K. Adler</STRONG>, PhD, CCC-SLP, Professor, Department of Speech/Language/Hearing Sciences, Minnesota State University, Moorhead, MNeBooksE-BookUnited StatesYesYesNoNoPlease SelectPlease SelectPlease Select
