The study of theories of language and cognitive development as a framework for understanding and describing language behavior resulting from neurological, sensory, cognitive-intellectual and psycho-emotional deficits. Prerequisite: COMM-DIS 401 or equivalent.
Underlying neuropathology, theory, clinical characteristics, concomitant conditions, diagnostic measures, prognosis, treatment approaches, and evidence of treatment efficacy related to asphasia in adults. Prerequisite: COMM-DIS 580 or equivalent.
Review of current theories, research, evaluation and management approaches to fluency disorders, counseling, bilingualism, co-occurring disorders, and stuttering associated with acquired neurological disorders.
Fundamentals of neuroanatomy and neurophysiology for communicative functions including speech, language, and hearing. Neurological models are presented for differential diagnosis and localization of lesion. Prerequisite: COMM-DIS 211 or equivalent.