Speech and Voice Science (3rd Edition)
Speech and Voice Science, authored by Alison Behrman, Ph.D., is a comprehensive textbook specifically designed for students and professionals in the field of speech-language pathology. This third edition is built upon the foundation of clinical practice, emphasizing that the principles of physics and physiology are essential to understanding speech and language disorders and their subsequent treatments.
The text explores the intricate mechanisms of human communication through a scientific lens, covering a wide array of critical topics including:
- The fundamental physics of motion and sound waves.
- Detailed analysis of phonation, including measurement techniques and instrumentation.
- The physiological production and auditory perception of vowels and consonants.
- Contemporary theories and models of speech production.
- In-depth examinations of speech perception theories.
By bridging the gap between laboratory science and clinical application, this resource provides a rigorous yet accessible framework for mastering the complexities of voice and speech science.
Product Details
- Title: Speech and Voice Science
- Author: Alison Behrman, Ph.D.
- Edition: 3rd Edition
- Publisher: Plural Pub Inc
- Publication Date: August 1, 2017
- ISBN-10: 1597569356
- ISBN-13: 978-1597569354