Research Catalog

Title

Speech & language development & intervention in Down syndrome & fragile X syndrome / edited by Joanne E. Roberts, Robin S. Chapman, and Steven F. Warren.

Publication

Baltimore : Paul H. Brookes Pub., [2008], ©2008.

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Details

Additional Authors

• Roberts, Joanne Erwick, 1950-
• Chapman, Robin S.
• Warren, Steven F.

Description

xx, 305 pages : illustrations; 26 cm.

Summary

"Spotlighting two highly prevalent genetically caused developmental disabilities - Down syndrome and fragile X syndrome - this text clarifies the distinct speech and language issues associated with each disorder and helps readers conduct individualized assessment and intervention." "Authoritative contributions from more than 20 leading experts prepare readers for effective clinical practice, and the "directions for research" sections throughout the book help researchers shape future studies. A necessary resource for SLPs, pediatricians, AAC specialists, and early interventionists, this definitive volume is key to supporting the communicative competence of people with Down syndrome and fragile X syndrome at every stage of life."--BOOK JACKET.

Series Statement

Communication and language intervention series

Uniform Title

Communication and language intervention series (Unnumbered)

Alternative Title

Speech and language development and intervention in Down syndrome and fragile X syndrome

Subjects

• Fragile X Syndrome > complications
• Down Syndrome > complications
• Language Disorders > rehabilitation
• Language Disorders > etiology
• Language disorders in children > Treatment
• Speech therapy for children
• Fragile X syndrome > Patients > Language
• Down syndrome > Patients > Language

Bibliography (note)

• Includes bibliographical references and index.

Contents

Sect. I. Identification and Development in Down Syndrome and Fragile X Syndrome -- Ch. 1. Etiology, Diagnosis, and Development in Down Syndrome / David Patterson and Ira Lott -- Ch. 2. Etiology, Diagnosis, and Development in Fragile X Syndrome / Randi J. Hagerman -- Sect. II. Speech and Language Profiles in Down Syndrome and Fragile X Syndrome: Assessment and Intervention Implications -- Ch. 3. Communication and Language Development in Infants and Toddlers with Down Syndrome or Fragile X Syndrome / Audra Sterling and Steven F. Warren -- Ch. 4. Language of Preschool and School-Age Children with Down Syndrome and Fragile X Syndrome / Joanne E. Roberts, Robin S. Chapman, Gary E. Martin and Lauren Moskowitz -- Ch. 5. Language Profiles of Adolescents and Young Adults with Down Syndrome and Fragile X Syndrome / Andrea McDuffie, Robin S. Chapman and Leonard Abbeduto -- Ch. 6. Phonological Characteristics of Children with Down Syndrome or Fragile X Syndrome / Joanne E. Roberts, Carol Stoel-Gammon and Elizabeth F. Barnes -- Sect. III. Interventions for Individuals with Down Syndrome and Fragile X Syndrome -- Ch. 7. Prelinguistic and Early Language Interventions for Children with Down Syndrome or Fragile X Syndrome / Nancy C. Brady, Shelley L. Bredin-Oja and Steven F. Warren -- Ch. 8. Language Intervention to Encourage Complex Language Use: A Clinical Perspective / Libby Kumin -- Ch. 9. Increasing Speech Intelligibility in Down Syndrome and Fragile X Syndrome / Johanna R. Price and Ray D. Kent -- Ch. 10. Increasing Literacy Learning for Individuals with Down Syndrome and Fragile X Syndrome / Sue Buckley and Mina C. Johnson-Glenberg -- Ch. 11. Augmentative and Alternative Communication for Children with Down Syndrome or Fragile X Syndrome / Nancy C. Brady -- Ch. 12. Family Well-Being in Down Syndrome and Fragile X Syndrome / Anna J. Esbensen, Marsha Mailick Seltzer and Leonard Abbeduto -- App. Professional Organizations.

ISBN

• 9781557668745 (pbk.)
• 1557668744 (pbk.)

LCCN

2007012612

OCLC

• ocn104842843
• 104842843
• SCSB-5381045

Owning Institutions

Columbia University Libraries