Speech & Language Development & Intervention in Down Syndrome & Fragile X Syndrome (Communication and Language Intervention Series) [Paperback]

Joanne E. (Author, Editor), Ph.D. Roberts (Author, Editor), Robin S. Chapman (Editor), Steven F. Warren (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1557668744 | ISBN-13: 978-1557668745 | Publication Date: November 6, 2007 | Edition: 1

This book presents the latest research on speech and language development and relevant assessment and intervention for individuals who have Fragile X Syndrome (FXS) or Down Syndrome (DS). The book reviews the current state of knowledge on both syndromes across the lifespan.

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Indispensible . . . The breadth, scholarship, accessible language, clear organization, and practical advice to be found in this volume will amply reward readers. --Paul Rhea, Ph.D., Yale Child Study Center

Comprehensive and authoritative . . . [a] synthesis of cutting edge information summarized by exemplary researchers. --Joe Reichle, Professor and ASHA Fellow, Department of Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis

Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Paul H Brookes Pub Co; 1 edition (November 6, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1557668744
• ISBN-13: 978-1557668745
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 7.1 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #880,430 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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This review is from: Speech & Language Development & Intervention in Down Syndrome & Fragile X Syndrome (Communication and Language Intervention Series) (Paperback)

Every child, regardless of the degree of their developmental disabilities, is entitled by federal law to the best education they can benefit from. This holds especially true with respect to their ability to communicate with others. The impressively collaborative work of Joanne E. Roberts, Robin S. Chapman, and Steven F. Warren in compiling contributions from twenty leading experts and specialists in this field, "Speech & Language Development & Intervention In Down Syndrome & Fragile X Syndrome" is the newest addition to the 'Communication and Language Intervention' series from the Paul H. Brookes Publishing Company. Presenting an advanced body of work for aspiring and practicing professionals, "Speech & Language Development & Intervention In Down Syndrome & Fragile X Syndrome" presents cutting edge research and clinical insights into the behaviors, characteristics and genetics associated with these two genetically-based conditions; explains how speech and language develop across the life span of human beings; identifies for application the principles of effective assessment with members of every age group; demonstrate specific interventions that support speech and language development; show how to tailor assessment and intervention to individual needs and abilities; illustrate the application of assessment and intervention techniques that can be utilized with other disabilities such as autism; and underscores the necessity and value of family involvement in education and treatment approaches. "Speech & Language Development & Intervention In Down Syndrome & Fragile X Syndrome" is an essential and invaluable contribution to professional and academic library Speech-Language Pathology and Developmental Disabilities reference collections and supplemental reading lists.