| This neuroanatomy text is specifically tailored to the needs of students in Communication Sciences and Disorders. It includes foundational knowledge of general neuroanatomy with a focus on neuroanatomy that is relevant to speech language pathology and audiology. This accessible text introduces students to neuroanatomy with excellent organization of important topics such as, key information on the neurology of: language, speech, hearing, swallowing, cognition, and emotion. The chapter on emotion will be especially relevant to those working with clients with autism spectrum disorders. Neuroanatomy for Speech Language Pathology and Audiology will help students meet ASHA's Knowledge and Skills Acquisition learning outcome IIIB, which states: 'Student will demonstrate knowledge of basic human communication and swallowing processes, including their biological, neurological, acoustical, cultural, and developmental bases." |
| Table of Content | PartI Introductory Issues Chapter1 Introduction to Neurology Chapter2 The Neurologic Exam Chapter3 Navigation, Organization, and Development of the Nervous System PartII General Neuroanatomy Chapter4 The Cells of the Nervous System Chapter5 The Spinal Cord, Brain Stem, and Cerebellum Chapter6 Diencephalon, Basal Ganglia, and Brain Ventricles Chapter7 The Cerebrum: A Survey Chapter8 The Cerebrum: Cerebral Function PartIII Neuroanatomy Applied to Communication and Communication Disorders Chapter9 Consciousness and Disorders of Consciousness Chapter10 The Neurology of Hearing and Balance Chapter11 The Neurology of Speech Chapter12 The Neurology of Language Chapter13 The Neurology of Swallowing Chapter14 The Neurology of Cognition Chapter15 The Neurology of Emotion |