As children around the country look forward to new toys this holiday season, ASHA is reminding parents about the risks of noisy toys—particularly for young children. Even low-technology toys such as squeaking toys can make sounds up to 85 decibels.

Three forums in the latest issue of Perspectives of the ASHA Special Interest Groups provide case studies and other evidence-based research for speech-language pathologists (SLPs) working in schools. These forums provide tools and guidance for SLPs to use when working

Evidence-based practice can help ASHA’s speech-language pathologists provide culturally competent care and properly identify language deficits. Developed from presentations at last year’s Research Symposium at the ASHA Convention, the latest forum in JSLHR is here to help. Guest Editor Leah

Each year, ASHA selects a few planned posters at its annual Convention for the “Meritorious Poster Award,” recognizing research worthy of special consideration. These 59 posters present exceptional and innovative work on topics across the sciences from teams around the

When Americans lose vestibular function, they’re more likely to face physical injury, loss of autonomy, and chronic medical problems—including cognitive issues and depression. ASHA’s audiologists work on interdisciplinary teams to help diagnose and treat vestibular balance disorders. The 10th Biennial

Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) provides people with communication disorders with the opportunity to either replace or add to their speech. AAC could mean anything from writing, drawing, or pointing to using a high-tech computer or tablet with a programmed

Every year, more than 100,000 Americans acquire aphasia, a condition in which a person has difficulty speaking or writing—or understanding spoken or written information. ASHA members play a key role in screening for, assessing, and treating this population as well

Perspectives of the ASHA Special Interest Groups connects ASHA members to clinically relevant research. The latest issue of Perspectives contains two forums: “Case Studies in Fluency” and “An International Perspective on Clinical Research in Speech-Language Pathology Cleft Care.” These forums

In implementation science, researchers study ways to promote the use of research findings and evidence-based practice, improving the quality and effectiveness of interventions. A recent review found that most implementation science in communication sciences and disorders took place in medical

For the more than half of all ASHA members working in schools, this is a busy time of year. While you’re settling back into your routine and getting to know your new and returning students, the ASHA journals are here