Developmental Language Disorders in Childhood and Adolescence
IGI Global (Verlag)
979-8-3693-0644-4 (ISBN)
The field of language disorders often lacks comprehensive resources that address the diverse range of developmental language disorders. A resource that can address this while providing insights into effective treatment and special education approaches is scarce. Many existing books focus on specific disorders or groups of disorders, leaving a gap in the knowledge and understanding for academic scholars and professionals seeking a broader perspective. This limitation hampers efforts to support individuals with developmental language disorders and help them integrate into schools and other aspects of society. Developmental Language Disorders in Childhood and Adolescence, edited by Dimitra Katsarou, is a groundbreaking book that fills the void in academic literature by offering a holistic and inclusive approach to developmental language disorders. Unlike other publications, this edited volume covers a wide range of disorders and provides insights into linguistic approaches, treatment methods, and special education practices. It serves as a comprehensive resource that equips academic scholars, educators, clinicians, therapists, and parents with the knowledge and strategies needed to address developmental language disorders effectively. The chapter authors are experts in the field, and within this book they explore topics such as psycholinguistics; neurolinguistics; etiology; differential diagnosis; genetic syndromes; dyslexia; autism; aphasias; stuttering; psychological problems and language; developmental psychopathology; cognitive and linguistic profiles; special education; therapy; inclusion; and the roles of schools, families, and caregivers. By encompassing this broad range of subjects, the book provides readers with a deep understanding of the complexities of developmental language disorders and offers practical guidance for supporting individuals with language challenges. Developmental Language Disorders in Childhood and Adolescence is an essential resource for academic scholars, professionals, and individuals interested in developmental language disorders and in helping the individuals living with them. By offering a comprehensive exploration of the subject and highlighting inclusive pedagogical approaches, the book empowers readers to better understand, diagnose, and support individuals with developmental language disorders. With its emphasis on treatment methods and special education practices, this book paves the way for more effective integration of individuals with language challenges into schools and society.
Dimitra V. Katsarou is an Assistant Professor of Developmental Psychopathology and Language Disorders at the Department of Preschool Education Sciences and Educational Design (TEPAES) of the University of the Aegean. She holds three master's degrees, a doctorate and postdoctoral research. She has taught in universities in Greece and abroad in undergraduate and postgraduate programs for a number of years. She has published over 30 articles in scientific journals such as: British Journal of Special Education, International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders, International Journal of Disability, Development and Education, over 100 abstracts in proceedings of international and pan-Hellenic conferences, she has written a monograph, many studies and four edited volumes. She is academically responsible for education, training and education programs of Greek and international organizations and participates as a key researcher in Greek and international research programs, such as Erasmus Plus, Alliance edu, Cost.eu, Erasmus Sport. Her research interests focus on intellectual disability, child and adult psychopathology, genetic syndromes, developmental disorders, quality of life, mental health and developmental language disorders.
| Erscheinungsdatum | 10.11.2023 |
|---|---|
| Verlagsort | Hershey |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 216 x 279 mm |
| Gewicht | 272 g |
| Themenwelt | Schulbuch / Wörterbuch ► Wörterbuch / Fremdsprachen |
| Geisteswissenschaften ► Sprach- / Literaturwissenschaft ► Sprachwissenschaft | |
| Medizin / Pharmazie ► Gesundheitsfachberufe ► Logopädie | |
| Medizin / Pharmazie ► Medizinische Fachgebiete ► Pädiatrie | |
| Sozialwissenschaften ► Pädagogik ► Schulpädagogik / Grundschule | |
| ISBN-13 | 979-8-3693-0644-4 / 9798369306444 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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