Speech-Language Pathology Desk Reference

Ideal for speech-language pathologists at all levels!

Ideal for speech-language pathologists at all levels, this useful reference presents all the facts needed to work effectively in everyday practice. The book includes more than 250 frequently used graphs, tables, and drawings, and is the only work to bring together all of speech-language pathology, from basic anatomy and physiology to professional requirements, in one compact sourcebook.

Highlights include:

• Full coverage of the field, including anatomy and physiology, phonology and articulation, childhood language development, dysphagia, neurogenic disorders, fluency and voice, and multicultural issues
• Clinical data from more than a hundred different sources
• Helpful information on developmental milestones, learning disorders, and age norms
• A complete chapter on professional requirements for SLP specialists, and a current listing of books journals, videotapes, and software

Speech-Language Pathology Desk Reference provides instant access to a wealth of important information, and offers the best "one-stop" coverage of the field available from any source.