This book presents a comprehensive, state-of-the-art picture of theory and research in speech motor control related to stuttering. The principle theories of speech production are discussed by leading authors, and new explanations for stuttering based on these theories are presented. Sections on research in stuttering and its neurological correlates are also included. Special attention is devoted to the clinical application of research findings. In addition, a broad overview of research on stuttering children is presented.
This book presents a comprehensive, state-of-the-art picture of theory and research in speech motor control related to stuttering. The principle theories of speech production are discussed by leading authors, and new explanations for stuttering based on these theories are presented. Sections on research in stuttering and its neurological correlates are also included. Special attention is devoted to the clinical application of research findings. In addition, a broad overview of research on stuttering children is presented.
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978-0-444-81408-1 (9780444814081)
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List of contributors. Speech motor control and stuttering: an introduction. Part A - Speech Production Models (4 papers). Part B - New Approaches in Stuttering (12 papers). Part C - Physiologic and Acoustic Measurement in Speech (4 papers). Part D - Neurological Correlates in Stuttering (6 papers). Part E - Research in Speech Motor Production in Stuttering (7 papers). Part F - Speech Production in Stuttering Children (12 papers). Part G - Application of Research Findings in Clinical Practice (7 papers). Part H - Concluding Chapters (2 papers).