Neurology for the Speech-Language Pathologist - E-Book: Neurology for the Speech-Language Pathologist - E-Book

by CCC-SLP Webb PhD, CCC-SLP Adler PhD

Overview

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. - Case studies and clinical applications in clinically oriented chapters provide you with realistic clinical applications. - Presents complex information clearly in a concise, easy-to-understand manner. - Clinical emphasis throughout makes this text valuable as you move into clinical practice — and prepare for the Praxis exam. - Evolve companion website has vocabulary flashcards and study questions with answers so students can assess their knowledge. - Key terms in each chapter and an end-of-text glossary give you easy access to accurate, concise definitions. - 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.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780323394284
Publisher:	Mosby, Incorporated
Publication date:	03/03/2016
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	336
File size:	23 MB
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Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Speech-Language Neurology2. Organization of the Nervous System I3. Organization of the Nervous System II4. Neuronal Function in the Nervous System5. Neurosensory Organization of Speech and Hearing6. Neuromotor Control of Speech7. The Cranial Nerves8. Clinical Speech Syndromes of the Motor Systems9. Central Language Mechanisms and Learning10. Adult Disorders of Language11. Pediatrics: The Developing Brain12. Pediatric Clinical Speech Syndromes13. Pediatric Disorders of Language

Editorial Reviews

Reviewer: Adrienne B. Hancock, PhD (George Washington University)
Description: Throughout this book, foundational neurologic information relevant to speech, language, and hearing is explained and then illustrated beautifully with clinical examples. Authors fully describe anatomy using text, figures, illustrations, and pictures, including several views to help the reader comprehend the brain as a living, yet fragile, 3-D structure constantly at work. Webb and Adler adequately update the 2001 edition by Webb and Love.
Purpose: The authors successfully present the delicate and interwoven relationship of neurology and speech-language pathology without sacrificing basic anatomy and physiology foundations. This is a valuable viewpoint and approach because it motivates students by demonstrating that they, indeed, will use this information again in their careers of helping people.
Audience: Designed for students, this book appropriately presents information without assuming prior clinical knowledge or experience. However, the chapter summaries, glossary, and index are helpful for practicing clinicians using the text as a reference or refresher.
Features: In addition to essential anatomy of cortex, subcortex, nerves, and neuronal function, several chapters discuss speech and language disorders of various common clinical populations. Particularly helpful features are the photos and two-toned color illustrations, special boxes highlighting key terms or distinguishing similar concepts or disorders, and a full synopsis of information and applications at the end of each chapter. Web sites designed for students and instructors using this book use technology to further enhance learning.
Assessment: I will use this book when I teach neuroanatomy because I am tired of seeing my adult students struggle with reading information that they don't know how to independently organize and can't attach to prior knowledge. This book makes sense to a speech and hearing student without sacrificing comprehensiveness and presents information in many forms and contexts without being redundant.

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