The eighth edition of Introduction to Audiologic
Rehabilitation offers a comprehensive exploration of aural
rehabilitation spanning across the lifespan. Written in an accessible style for
undergraduate students, the text covers the fundamentals, methods of assessment
and management, technologies, and contemporary issues for a thorough
understanding of audiologic rehabilitation practices. Two chapters focus solely
on real-world case studies addressing the needs of children and adults. There
are detailed chapters on hearing aids and hearing assistive technologies, cochlear
implants, auditory and visual stimuli in communication, language and speech of
the deaf and hard of hearing, psychosocial aspects of hearing loss,
and more. 



 



New to the Eighth Edition: 



• Discussion of current issues and trending topics including
over-the-counter hearing aids



• Highlights related to telepractice and teleaudiology



• Addition of diversity, equity, and inclusion topics
related to hearing health disparities and audiologic rehabilitations



• Updated PluralPlus companion website with instructor and
student resources



 



Key Features: 



• Based on a proven model framed within the concepts of the
World Health Organization



• Authored by leading experts ensuring current,
evidence-based information



• Emphasis on a multidisciplinary approach, recognizing the
collaborative nature of audiologic rehabilitation involving professionals in
audiology, speech-language pathology, and related fields



• Case studies offer application opportunities across
the lifespan



• Each chapter includes activities, recommended readings,
and websites for additional resources



• Visual aids, including figures, tables, and photos enhance
student comprehension, particularly for complex topics such as cochlear
implants and auditory stimulation



• Appendices containing valuable terms, definitions, and
additional resources for easy reference