Childhood Apraxia of Speech Resource Guide

This comprehensive resource guide was created in response to the requests from practicing speech language pathologists for information on the nature of this complicated disorder and advice on assessment and treatment methods. Fundamental aspects of the disorder are discussed in depth and different viewpoints regarding apraxia of speech are compared, eliminating the need to track down multiple sources. Detailed practical assessment and treatment guidelines provide speech language pathologists with a framework of how to help children with apraxia and the motivation behind each treatment. Case studies bring material into a real world context.

Shelley L. Velleman is an assistant professor in the Communication Disorders Department at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst.