2nd Edition

Case Studies in Communication Sciences and Disorders

By Dennis Tanner Copyright 2016
224 Pages
by Routledge

224 Pages
by Routledge

224 Pages
by Routledge

The discipline of communication sciences and disorders is an exciting field that appreciates the wonders and complexities of human communication. Case Studies in Communication Sciences and Disorders, Second Edition is an informative and relevant text that addresses the myriad disorders, deficits, diseases, and disabilities that can lay waste to the incredible systems involved in communication.... Read more

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CONTENTS

Acknowledgments

About the Author Preface

Foreword by StephanieC. Christensen, PhD Introduction

Chapter1 Language Delay and Disorders

Chapter2 Articulation and Phonology Disorders

Chapter3 Stuttering

Chapter4 Voice and Resonance Disorders

Chapter5 Aphasia

Chapter6 Motor Speech Disorders

Chapter7 Dysphagia

Chapter8 Traumatic Brain Injury

Chapter9 Hearing Loss and Deafness References

Index

Biography

Dennis C. Tanner, PhD received his Doctor of Philosophy degree in Audiology and Speech Sciences from Michigan State University. He is a prolific author of books, diagnostic tests, and treatment programs. Dr. Tanner is the owner of Tanner Rehabilitation Services, Inc., a provider of speech and hearing services in Arizona for 40 years. He serves as an expert witness in legal cases involving communication sciences and disorders. Dr. Tanner is Professor Emeritus of Health Sciences at Northern Arizona University and was named “Outstanding Educator” by the Association of Schools of Allied Health Professions and the “Teacher of the Year” for the College of Health Professions. He is also an honorary professor at Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. Visit his website at www?.drdennistanner?.com.