| Description |
1 online resource (320 pages) : illustrations (some color) |
| Contents |
Introduction to speech-language neurology -- Organization of the nervous system I -- Organization of the nervous system II -- Neuronal function in the nervous system -- Neurosensory organization -- Neuromotor control of speech -- The cranial nerves -- Clinical speech syndromes of the motor systems -- Central language mechanism and learning -- Adult disorders of language -- Pediatrics: the developing brain -- Pediatric clinical speech syndromes -- Pediatric disorders of language |
| Summary |
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 |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
English |
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Print version record |
| Subject |
Language disorders -- Pathophysiology
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Neurology.
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Brain -- physiology
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Brain -- physiopathology
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Communication Disorders -- physiopathology
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Neurology
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Neurology
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| LC no. |
2016000517 |
| ISBN |
9780323100267 |
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0323100260 |
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0323394280 |
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9780323394284 |
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