Augmentative and Alternative Communication for Children, Adolescents and Adults with Developmental Disorders (1)

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Synopsis
This book is about the possibilities and achievements of children, adolescents and adults whohave developmental disorders that make their development of speech difficult or very delayedand who therefore need to develop communication and language with other means thanspeech. For some, the difficulties are temporary in childhood, others continue to communicatewith alternative communication systems throughout adulthood.This comprehensive and accessible volume offers guidance based on current knowledgeabout typical and atypical language development for all those supporting families and professionalsinvolved with children, adolescents and adults who may benefit from using augmentativeand alternative communication (AAC) systems.The text covers all major issues and gives a thorough introduction to factors that are importantwhen choosing communication systems, vocabularies of manual signs and graphic symbols.It guides the reader in assessment strategies, adaptation of the language environment,and the principles for teaching comprehension and use of AAC, sentence formation and conversationalskills to individuals with different disabilities, including motor disabilities, intellectualdisabilities, autism spectrum disorders and developmental language disorders. Thevolume also addresses the influence of AAC on speech development and the use of AAC topromote participation in various activities, including social media, and to reduce challengingbehaviour.The book will be essential reading for students and practising psychologists, speech andlanguage therapists, special educators, teachers, physiotherapists and occupational therapists.The accessible guidance will also be helpful for the families of children, adolescents and adultswho use augmentative and alternative communication.
Copyright:
2025

Book Details

Book Quality:
Publisher Quality
Book Size:
494 Pages
ISBN-13:
9781040149706
Related ISBNs:
9781032481401, 9781032481456, 9781040149638, 9781003387633
Publisher:
Taylor & Francis
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
Stephen von Tetzchner, Harald Martinsen and Kristine Stadskleiv
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
Nonfiction, Teens, Disability-Related, Parenting and Family, Psychology, Education
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Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:
This is a copyrighted book.

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