Essentials of Communication Sciences & Disorders

Fully revised and updated, Essentials of Communication Sciences and Disorders, Second Edition is an accessible and engaging introductory resource for students new to communication sciences and disorders. This text covers basic information about speech disorders in both children and adults, while numerous case scenarios and personal stories paint a vivid picture of the profession. Additionally, this text addresses the emotional and social effects of each disorder, as well as multicultural issues, providing students with a comprehensive overview of the profession.

KEY SECOND EDITION UPDATES
• Videos depicting almost every disorder
• Numerous 2015-2017 references to national and international journals
• Case Studies and personal stories bring concepts to life
• Expanded chapter on Motor Speech Disorders in Children (Childhood Apraxia of Speech and Childhood Dysarthria)
• NEW chapter on Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorders and Auditory Processing Disorders
• NEW chapter on Autism Spectrum Disorders and Developmental Disabilities
• NEW chapter on Traumatic Brain Injury in Children
• NEW chapter on Cognitive-Linguistic Disorders in Adults
• Expanded chapter on Swallowing Disorders / Dysphagia
• NEW chapter on Essentials of Counseling for Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists

NAVIGATE 2 ADVANTAGE ACCESS
FREE with every new print copy of the text
• Comprehensive and Interactive eBook
• Videos depicting each disorder
• Student Practice Activities
• Robust Instructor Resources
• Test Bank with Chapter Quizzes, Midterm and Final Exams
• Lecture Outlines
• Slides in PowerPoint Format
• Gradebook and Reporting Analytics