Speech and Hearing Science Commons^™

Creating Therapy Materials To Improve Communication Of Young Children, Allison J. Corey

Senior Honors Projects

Once children start preschool, they should be able to speak in simple sentences and use basic syntax. When they complete preschool and begin kindergarten, they should be using complete, complex sentences, have an extensive vocabulary, and use correct grammar. However, sometimes a child’s language doesn’t develop as expected resulting in speech delays or impairments. This problem could arise for a multitude of reasons, for example, the child may be on the autism spectrum, he/she may have a specific language delay, or it may be due to an articulation/phonology problem. The role of a speech language pathologist (SLP) in a school …

Development Of Rhyming Tasks In Preschool Aged Children With Hearing Loss, Kaylie Mcnally, Mary Katherine Connelly

Undergraduate Research

Numerous studies have shown that children with hearing loss are at significant disadvantage in regards to skills required for reading. Rhyming has been shown to be a strong indicator of early literacy development. This study examines the relationship between rhyming skills to

1) the degree of hearing loss , and 2) listening device type. Results showed no significant difference in rhyming skills in relation to either condition.

Neurodevelopmental Outcomes For Infants With Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome: Implications For Speech-Language Pathologists And Audiologists, Kerry Proctor-Williams

ETSU Faculty Works

The causes and neurodevelopmental outcomes of children exposed to drugs and/or alcohol prenatally are presented. The incidence of this population is rising rapidly and appearing in increasing numbers on the caseloads of speech-language pathologists. Topics include prevalence, common drugs, Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome, longer-term neurodevelopmental outcomes, and treatment challenges.