Neuroscience for the Study of Communicative Disorders 5th edition [Hardback]

Focusing on how the science and anatomy of brain processes affect speech and hearing, this updated 5th Edition of Dr. Bahtnagar’s best-selling text offers an easy-to-understand, practical overview of the basics of neuroscience.
 
To provide a comprehensive view of the topic, the book is arranged by systems and structures, with the processes that serve higher mental functions and control speech and hearing covered within specific chapters. In every chapter, the author includes interactive, problem-solving case studies that promote critical thinking and connect neuroscience to the disorders that students will see in practice.
 
Updated to reflect the most recent findings and clinical applications in the field, the 5th Edition and has been meticulously revised to make the study of neuroscience even more user-friendly. Dr. Bhatnagar’s ability to present difficult information in a highly accessible fashion is evident on every page of this beautifully illustrated new edition.

Develop an understanding of neuroscience as it relates to your future career as a clinician, researcher, or instructor with this revised best-seller. The 5th Edition provides an easy-to-understand, meaningful overview of the basics of essential neuroscience concepts  enhanced by case studies that connect neuroscience to the  disorders you’ll see in practice.
 
Features

• eBook available. Fast, smart, and convenient, today’s eBooks can transform learning. These interactive, fully searchable tools offer 24/7 access on multiple devices, the ability to highlight and share notes, and much more.
• NEW! The complexity of neuroscience has been simplified in every chapter, making it easier for you to master key neurological concepts.
• NEW! Expanded Clinical Correlates sections include more treatment examples and mental function cases, as well as applied Clinical Relevance boxes.
• NEW! Additional chapter-ending, problem-solving case studies deepen your understanding and help you hone your critical thinking skills.
• A consistent, step-by-step structure beginning in Chapter 4 supports learning through learning objectives, chapter introductions, anatomy and terminology by structure, clinical concerns with neurologic concepts including pathology, and a clinical application.
• Charts, graphs, diagrams, illustrations, brain mapping pictures, and MR and CT images (both normal and with pathologies) help you prepare for you­r future role as an SLP therapist or audiologist.
• Chapter-ending learning aids include summaries and review questions (with answers at the end of the book).
• An end-of-book glossary helps you master the vocabulary of neuroscience.
• Interactive, online study tools, including animations, video clips, labeling exercises, a digital Student Workbook, and more, help you master the content you need to succeed in your course and future career.