Download or read book Improving Speech Intelligibility in Adults written by Connie K. Porcaro and published by Plural Publishing. This book was released on 2022-09-23 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Being intelligible to a listener means getting your message across and improving speech intelligibility is one of the most common goals for clients working with a speech-language pathologist (SLP). Improving Speech Intelligibility in Adults: Clinical Application of Evidence-Based Strategies is a professional resource for practicing SLPs working with adults with communication disorders, such as dysarthria, acquired apraxia of speech, and voice disorders. This book incorporates current research findings to support the use of evidence-based strategies in clinical situations. While other books may focus on “drilling” and “practicing” a list of words, sentences, and topics to use with a client to change their behaviors, Improving Speech Intelligibility in Adults uniquely focuses on the speaker and the listener in tandem. The author takes a noteworthy approach in how the listener can change behaviors to assist with understanding. The text presents a comprehensive approach to improving speech intelligibility by including ways to enhance the communication environment during in-person or teletherapy exchanges to enhance understanding between speaker and listener.

Download or read book Improving the Speech Intelligibility of Adults with Down Syndrome DS Using the Core Vocabulary Approach written by Michelle Lee Easter and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The goal of the present study was to evaluate the efficacy of the Core Vocabulary approach (CVA; Dodd, Holm, Crosbie, & McIntosh, 2006) for improving speech intelligibility in an adult with DS by establishing consistent word production in order to enhance communicative competence and participation within a variety of social settings. Research indicates marked limitations in speech intelligibility in individuals with DS, including delayed and disordered articulation and inconsistent speech errors (i.e., variability in production of the same word) that continues throughout the individual’s life (Kent & Vorperian, 2013). This study evaluated the effectiveness of CVA on intelligibility by targeting reduction in variability in target word productions selected because they were functionally salient for the client. Data collection consisted of a slight adaptation to CVA, including both speech accuracy and variability measures to evaluate the effect of CVA. The following question was addressed: What are the effects of core vocabulary on the variability and accuracy of production of target words in an adult with DS? Results suggest that vowel accuracy is a relative strength in her system as compared to consonants, and two-syllable shaped words are her upper boundary. However, while accuracy measures demonstrated some slight improvement across intervention sessions, variability remained stable and did not show the same change over time. A variety of adaptations and possible future research topics are discussed.

Download or read book The Effect of Melodic Intonation Therapy in Apraxia of Speech in Adults with Broca s Aphasia written by Tasha Marie Taylor and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Melodic intonation therapy (MIT) is a structured aphasia treatment program that uses the musical elements of language to improve expressive language and language production in individuals with Broca's aphasia. Aphasia is a neurogenic disorder caused by damage to the regions of the brain responsible for language, typically the left half of the brain. It is usually seen in individuals who have experienced strokes. Apraxia of speech (AOS), which often co-occurs with Broca's aphasia, is a speech disorder in which an individual has difficulty producing correct and consistent speech. This study aimed to evaluate MIT's effectiveness in improving speech intelligibility in individuals with AOS. Due to AOS being a key characteristic in Broca's aphasia, MIT may be considered a vital treatment technique for individuals with AOS. Two participants with post-stroke aphasia underwent one-hour treatment sessions for 20 days, in a multiple baseline single-subject design. The PI assessed increases in word length, hesitancy (difficulty initiating utterances), articulatory precision, and the number of syllables correctly produced after each session. Results showed that MIT improved articulatory precision, syllable production, and word length. No significant change was measured with hesitancy. Results suggest that MIT could be effective for improving speech intelligibility in individuals with AOS.

Download or read book The Adult Speech Therapy Workbook written by Chung Hwa Brewer and published by . This book was released on 2021-04 with total page 590 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE ADULT SPEECH THERAPY WORKBOOK is your go-to resource for handouts and worksheets. It was designed for speech therapists new to adult speech therapy and covers the most common diagnoses and disorders across all adult speech therapy settings, from hospitals, to skilled nursing facilities, to home health. This workbook is packed with over 580 pages of practical, evidenced-based treatment material.

Download or read book Clinical Management of Dysarthric Speakers written by Kathryn M. Yorkston and published by . This book was released on 1988 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Assessment of Motor Speech Disorders written by Anja Lowit and published by Plural Publishing. This book was released on 2010-11-15 with total page 377 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Assessment of Communication Disorders in Adults written by Mahabalagiri N. Hegde and published by Plural Publishing. This book was released on 2017 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This textbook offers a unique combination of scholarly information, invaluable resources, and time-saving protocols on assessment of communication disorders in adults. By combining the strengths of traditional textbooks with newer assessment resources and protocols, this one-of-a-kind book offers a single, comprehensive source that is suitable as a textbook and useful as a practical clinical resource

Download or read book Towards Better Intelligibility Testing of Dysarthria written by Michael R. Fraas and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This investigation attempted to develop a test for assessing intelligibility of native Spanish-speakers with dysarthria. Twenty-five native Spanish-speakers participated in this study. Eleven were diagnosed with Parkinson2s disease and 14 subjects free of neurological disease served as a comparison group. Subjects read a list of Spanish minimal pair phonetic contrasts randomly presented. These phonetic contrasts were prepared by the investigator and have been considered to be sensitive to dysarthric impairment and contribute to speech intelligibility in English speakers with dysarthria. Responses were digitally recorded. A group of 25 native English speaking graduate students in speech-language pathology and 6 native Spanish speaking professionals served as judges in a perceptual task of intelligibility. Judges listened to the digitally recorded speech samples from the Parkinson2s and comparison groups. English speaking listeners recorded responses by transcribing phonetically what they heard. Spanish speaking listeners wrote their responses orthographically. Scores of intelligibility were awarded to each speaker based on the number of correct responses by each listener. The subjects with PD were found to be less intelligible than the comparison group by both the English and Spanish speaking judges. Acoustic analysis of VOT, vowel space, and F2 transitions for each speaker were examined. Significant differences were found between groups for VOT and vowel space. A trend was also exhibited between groups for F2 transitions although this was not found significant at the .05 level. Regression analysis revealed that VOT was a strong predictor of intelligibility, accounting for 57% of the variance.

Download or read book Articulatory and Phonological Impairments written by Jacqueline Ann Bauman-Wängler and published by Allyn & Bacon. This book was released on 2004 with total page 424 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The third edition of Articulatory and Phonological Impairments provides students with a clinical framework that encompasses basic terms and concepts, phonetic transcription, and several theoretical perspectives that are applied to clinical examples throughout. Jacqueline Bauman-Waengler demonstrates a systematic transition from a knowledge based in clinical practice to the diagnosis and treatment of individuals with articulatory and phonological disorders. The text focuses on phonemic approaches to the diagnosis and treatment of motor-based disorders, replete with a thorough discussion of phonetic principles."--BOOK JACKET.

Download or read book Here s How to Do Accent Modification written by Robert McKinney and published by Plural Publishing. This book was released on 2019-03-15 with total page 323 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here's How to Do Accent Modification: A Manual for Speech-Language Pathologists is designed for speech-language pathologists (SLPs) working with clients on accent modification in American English. A growing number of non-native speakers are interested in improving their communication skills and SLPs need preparation to work with this clientele. The text provides copious advice and many diverse techniques for teaching accent modification, from the level of basic sounds to the level of discourse. The text emphasizes realistic goal setting, so that clients focus on becoming effective communicators as opposed to sounding exactly like native speakers. The objective is a balance between clear and natural speech. Many SLPs favor intelligibility over naturalness because of their backgrounds working with speech delayed children, but with non-native speakers this often leads to unnatural speech and listeners focus on how something is said as opposed to what is said. Here's How to Do Accent Modification is uniquely geared toward the skills and backgrounds of SLPs working with clients in a one-on-one setting, but is also an excellent introductory text for any English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher. Robert McKinney brings this unique perspective as a speech-language pathologist with degrees in both Communication Disorders and Teaching English as a Second Language. Also included with the text are numerous practical activities and worksheets for working with clients. The ebook includes audio files and video clips to demonstrate working with non-native speakers.

Download or read book Clinical Management of Sensorimotor Speech Disorders written by Malcolm R. McNeil and published by Thieme. This book was released on 2011-01-01 with total page 452 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The definitive reference for managing sensorimotor speech disorders Bringing together the expertise of leading research practitioners in the field, the second edition of Clinical Management of Sensorimotor Speech Disorders is an up-to-date reference for the underlying theory and the basic principles of assessment and treatment. This book provides a solid foundation in the conceptual framework essential for classifying and differentiating disorders according to clinical categories. It covers the theory underlying measurement strategies including acoustic, kinematic, aerodynamic, and electromyographic techniques, and guides the reader through treatments for each disorder. New in this edition is a comprehensive section with in-depth coverage of the diseases, syndromes, and pathologic conditions which are accompanied by sensorimotor speech disorders. These chapters provide concise descriptions of the disease and its signs and symptoms, neuropathology, epidemiology, and etiology. Each chapter goes on to present the speech impairment associated with the disorder and its signs and symptoms, etiology, neuropathology, associated cognitive, linguistic, and communicative signs and symptoms, special diagnostic considerations, treatment, and key references. Features: Clear articulation of theoretical issues provides a strong foundation for the clinical management of the dysarthrias, apraxia, and speech problems secondary to hearing loss New chapter on neurogenic fluency disorders Extensive discussion of neuropathologic conditions that cause sensorimotor speech disorders Authoritative and comprehensive, this expanded edition will prove to be the reference of choice for students in speech-language pathology programs as well as clinicians and researchers.

Download or read book Speech and Language Disorders in Children written by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2016-05-06 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Speech and language are central to the human experience; they are the vital means by which people convey and receive knowledge, thoughts, feelings, and other internal experiences. Acquisition of communication skills begins early in childhood and is foundational to the ability to gain access to culturally transmitted knowledge, organize and share thoughts and feelings, and participate in social interactions and relationships. Thus, speech disorders and language disorders-disruptions in communication development-can have wide-ranging and adverse impacts on the ability to communicate and also to acquire new knowledge and fully participate in society. Severe disruptions in speech or language acquisition have both direct and indirect consequences for child and adolescent development, not only in communication, but also in associated abilities such as reading and academic achievement that depend on speech and language skills. The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for children provides financial assistance to children from low-income, resource-limited families who are determined to have conditions that meet the disability standard required under law. Between 2000 and 2010, there was an unprecedented rise in the number of applications and the number of children found to meet the disability criteria. The factors that contribute to these changes are a primary focus of this report. Speech and Language Disorders in Children provides an overview of the current status of the diagnosis and treatment of speech and language disorders and levels of impairment in the U.S. population under age 18. This study identifies past and current trends in the prevalence and persistence of speech disorders and language disorders for the general U.S. population under age 18 and compares those trends to trends in the SSI childhood disability population.

Download or read book Augmentative Communication Strategies for Adults with Acute Or Chronic Medical Conditions written by David R. Beukelman and published by Brookes Publishing Company. This book was released on 2007 with total page 436 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This practical guidebook and CD?ROM set gathers in one place everything professionals need to support and improve communication for adults with specific medical conditions. Includes expert guidance on providing effective AAC services for people with a ran

Download or read book Management of Motor Speech Disorders in Children and Adults written by Kathryn M. Yorkston and published by Pro Ed. This book was released on 2010-01-01 with total page 576 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: MANAGEMENT OF MOTOR SPEECH Disorders in Children and Adults emphasizes how to make clinical decisions based on the underlying neuropathology and severity OF the disorder. The third edition OF this must-have book covers basic neurologic and general information associated with the various diseases, disorders, and syndromes that cause MOTOR SPEECH disorders, and it will serve as an excellent reference source for those practicing in a medical setting. This text contains several noteworthy modifications. 1. DVD - contains 26 video segments showing children and adults with dysarthria and apraxia OF SPEECH engaged in a range OF speaking tasks. Intelligibility, aerodynamic, and endoscopic assessments OF SPEECH performance are illustrated, as are brief demonstrations and interviews with a prosthodontist and a SPEECH-language pathologist involved in respiratory, palatal lift, and nasal obturation interventions. 2. ANCDS - content from the eight recently published practice guidelines developed by the Academy OF Neurologic Communication Disorders and Sciences (ANCDS) for the MOTOR SPEECH disorders field are integrated into this edition. 3. ICF - terminology and concepts OF the International Classification OF Function, Disability and Health (ICF) model are integrated through the book 4. New Chapter 13 - lists conditions associated with MOTOR SPEECH disorders and summarizes the medical aspects and SPEECH characteristics OF various conditions. Complete Kit Includes: Textbook and Video Segments DVD. c2010

Download or read book Articulation and Phonological Disorders written by John E. Bernthal and published by Pearson Educacion. This book was released on 2013 with total page 447 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A classic in the field, Articulation and Phonological Disorders: Speech Sound Disorders in Children, 7e, presents the most up-to-date perspectives on the nature, assessment, and treatment of speech sound disorders. A must-have reference, this classic book delivers exceptional coverage of clinical literature and focuses on speech disorders of unknown causes. Offering a range of perspectives, it covers the normal aspects of speech sound articulation, normal speech sound acquisition, the classification of and factors related to the presence of phonological disorders, the assessment and remediation of speech sound disorders, and phonology as it relates to language and dialectal variations. This edition features twelve manageable chapters, including a new chapter on the classification of speech sound disorders, an expanded discussion of childhood apraxia of speech, additional coverage of evidence-based practices, and a look at both motor-based and linguistically-based treatment approaches.

Download or read book Early Communication Skills for Children with Down Syndrome written by Libby Kumin and published by Woodbine House. This book was released on 2012 with total page 391 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Newly revised and updated, this compassionate and authoritative guide is based on Libby Kumin's more than thirty years experience working with children and adolescents with Down syndrome and their families. As the founder of the Down Syndrome Center for Excellence at Loyola University in Maryland, she draws on her vast experience to show parents how they can support and encourage their child's speech and language development from birth to age 6 (or when a child can form 2- to 3- word sentences). Parents and teachers learn how to work through characteristic challenges, including hearing loss, intelligibility issues, apraxia (difficulty planning oral-motor movements), or a slower pace of development. Families soon see that many children with Down syndrome are natural and willing communicators. In a warm and conversational style, the author shares her professional expertise in parent-friendly terms. She uses specific examples of difficulties and successes to illustrate the concepts behind speech and language development, and includes the latest research supporting current early intervention and preschool approaches that can be used at home and in schools. This third edition of EARLY COMMUNICATION SKILLS features expanded information on the needs of children with apraxia, dual diagnosis of autism and Down syndrome, and updated terminology and information on special education law. A new chapter explains how technology and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) ? smartphones, iPods, iPads, and apps ? can help with speech and language, foster communication, and provide inexpensive transitional language systems. Dozens of forms are now included on a CD-ROM to be used for assessment, developing treatment plans, and keeping detailed records of progress. Teachers, speech-language pathologists, and parents will love the convenience of printing multiple copies of forms and organizing information for IEP meetings or periodic evaluations.

Download or read book Case Studies in Communication Disorders written by Louise Cummings and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2016-10-06 with total page 527 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a collection of 48 highly useful case studies of children and adults with communication disorders.