Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) is probably more prevalent than you might think. Indeed, the International Society for Augmentative and Alternative Communication (ISAAC) points out that everyone uses multiple forms of communication, such as speech, a shared glance, text, gestures,
Despite decades of outreach efforts from ASHA, “the demographic profile of the ASHA certified workforce is not reflective of the culturally and linguistically diverse (CLD) residents of the United States” (Fannin & Mandulak, p. 1913). As ASHA members show a
This month, the ASHA Journals would like to encourage you to take some time out to recognize National Deaf Awareness Month. Hearing loss can range from mild or unilateral (single-ear) to full hearing loss (deafness) and can be genetic or
University communication sciences and disorders (CSD) programs play an important role in both recruiting diverse faculty and students and attending to student and faculty mental health. The latest issue of Perspectives of the ASHA Special Interest Groups contains two forums
Mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), also known as concussion, is a widespread and widely researched topic. However, researchers and clinicians are still noting unclear diagnostic criteria, few objective indicators of mTBI, and limited evidence-backed interventions for symptom management. “Interdisciplinary Management
For thousands of individuals with cleft and craniofacial conditions, ASHA members are a crucial resource. In recognition of National Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness Month, we’re featuring articles from across the ASHA Journals showcasing the latest research on care for those
The biennial Conference on Motor Speech, held in February 2020, had an interdisciplinary focus, drawing speech scientists, clinicians, engineers, and physicians to share the latest research on motor speech disorders. As in previous years, we’ve put together two complementary special
Chances are this school year looked different for parents and their children—no matter where they live. With schools letting out for the summer across the United States while physical distancing regulations lift, many parents may be eyeing a “return to
An estimated 26 million people have recovered from COVID-19 in the United States. While the focus for the majority of the pandemic has been on prevention of COVID-19 and care for those diagnosed with the virus, health care professionals have
The COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent physical distancing have made it even harder to spot speech and language disorders in a young child. Pediatricians or daycare providers may be able to spot potential delays, but appointments may have been missed or
ASHA publishes four peer-reviewed scholarly journals and one peer-reviewed scholarly review journal pertaining to the general field of communication sciences and disorders (CSD) and to the professions of audiology and speech-language pathology. These journals are the American Journal of Audiology; American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology; Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research; Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools; and Perspectives of the ASHA Special Interest Groups. These journals have the collective mission of disseminating research findings, theoretical advances, and clinical knowledge in CSD.
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