Speech-Language Pathology and Communication Disorders

This guide lists library resources that can help you in all phases of your research in Speech-Language Pathology. In addition to the reference books described here, the Pace Library has many circulating books on topics related to speech, language and communication disorders. Please see the section below on finding books in the Pace Library for help in locating circulating books. 

• General Background Sources
• Related Web Sites
• Finding Books in the Pace Library
• Finding Journal Articles
• Specific Journal Titles
• Citing Your Sources

General Background Sources

The following sources provide useful background information on topics related to speech, language and communication disorders.  You may find them helpful as you select your topic, formulate your research question, and develop your thesis statement.

American Sign Language Dictionary    Birnbaum Ref HV2475 .S78 1994

This revised edition supplies more than 4,000 signs and 6,000 illustrations.

The Brain Encyclopedia Birnbaum Ref QP11.E53 1997   

This easy-to-read, comprehensive one-volume set contains information about various aspects of the brain, focusing on “diseases and disorders, structure, and function.” An index, glossary, and appendices are offered.

Communication Disorders Sourcebook    Birnbaum Ref RC423.C644 1996

Sections include deafness and hearing loss, speech & language disorders, voice disorders, and other sensory communication disorders.

Comprehensive Dictionary of Audiology, Illustrated    Birnbaum Ref RF291 .S73 2003

In its second edition, this reference work provides definitions of 7,000 terms related to the field of audiology from a contemporary and historical perspective.

Concise Encyclopedia of Language Pathology    Birnbaum Ref RC423.C656 1999

Contains six sections: Speech & Language in Normal Speakers; General Aspects of Speech  & Language Pathologies; Developmental Speech & Language Pathologies; Acquired Speech Pathologies; Acquired Language Pathologies; and Language Pathology in Neuropsychiatric Disorders.

Dictionary of Communication Disorders    Birnbaum Ref RC423.M597 1997

Provides definitions of commonly used terms for speech and language therapy and related topics. Tests and assessments are included in the appendices.

Encyclopedia of Deafness and Hearing Disorders    Birnbaum Ref RF290 .T93 2000

Presents over 600 entries arranged in alphabetical order on “hearing and hearing loss, treatments, and essential biographical information.” This second edition provides more recent, up-to-date information covering diseases, organizations, associations, and syndromes. Fourteen appendices containing useful resources such as services, groups, camps, training, and information about vital print materials and bibliography follow these entries.

Encyclopedia of Human Biology     Birnbaum Ref QP11.E53 1997 (vols. 1-9)

See Volume 5: Language.

Encyclopedia of Special Education   Birnbam Ref LC4007 .E53 2000 v.1-3

See Volume 2: Ear and hearing.

Gray's Anatomy: The Anatomical Basis of Medicine and Surgery    Birnbaum Ref QM23.2.G73 1995

Classic anatomy reference work now in its 38th edition.

Handbook of Clinical Speech Physiology    Birnbaum Ref Reserve QP306.B28 1999

Focuses on speech production. An in-depth overview encompassing multiple aspects of clinical and experimental speech; includes CD-ROM with sample data files.

Handbook of Clinical Audiology     Birnbaum Ref Reserve RF290 .H36 1994

In its fourth edition, this handbook continues to provide comprehensive, timely coverage on the topics of clinical audiology. Arranged in various sections: nature of auditory disorders; behavioral evaluation--peripheral hearing functions; behavioral evaluation--central auditory functions; physiologic evaluation of the auditory system; special populations; management of auditory problems; and sensory aids and communication training.

Handbook of Genetic Communicative Disorders   Birnbaum Ref RB155.5 .H36 2001

Covers information on genetics, embryology and epidemiology of communication disorders.

Handbook of Outcomes Measurement in Audiology   Birnbaum Ref RF291 .J6173 2002

Covers outcomes measurement for audiologists in all practice areas.

Magill's Medical Guide   Birnbaum Ref RC41.M34 1998 (vols. 1-3 & suppls.)

Includes a section on speech disorders with topics such as causes, treatments, perspectives as well as an annotated bibliography.

Physiology of the Ear    Birnbaum Ref QP461.P534 2001

Useful for a brief overview of the auditory system, and for the chapter on  "Neurophysiology of Speech Perception in Normal and Impaired Systems."

Pronouncing Dictionary of American English    Birnbaum Ref Reserve PE1137.K37 1953

Contains pronunciations of terms in American English by means of the letters of the alphabet contained in the International Phonetic Alphabet.

Reference Manual for Communicative Sciences and Disorders: Speech and Language   Birnbaum Ref RC423.K46 1994

A one-volume work offering various types of information from a large number of published sources that are relevant to the contemporary understanding of speech and language.

Singular's Illustrated Dictionary of Audiology    Birnbaum Ref RF290.M464 1999

A unique dictionary of terms containing concise definitions tailored for professional and prospective audiologists. Illustrations included.

Singular's Illustrated Dictionary of Speech-Language Pathology    Birnbaum Ref RC423.S53 2000

An easy to read, illustrated work imbued with definitions and terms based on the curriculum, clinical practice, and research within the field of communications sciences and disorders.

Syndrome Identification for Audiology: An Illustrated Pocket Guide    Birnbaum Ref RC69 .S478 2001

Summarizes clinical features of 150 syndromes; includes photographs.

Terminology of Communication Disorders: Speech-Language-Hearing    Birnbaum Ref RC423.N52 1989

This work presents succinct definitions for terms commonly used in discussions of speech, hearing or communication disorders.

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Related Web Sites

To find Web sites related to Speech-Language Pathology and Communication Disorders, please visit the library's Internet Resources by Subject page. Use the pull-down menu provided to select "Speech Pathology." Also try the following directory sites, which were developed by speech-language pathologists and provide links to a range of information on communication disorders:

Net Connections to Communication Disorders and Sciences http://www.mnsu.edu/comdis/kuster2/welcome.html

Developed and maintained by a speech language pathologist on the faculty at Minnesota State University, Mankato.

The SLP "Start Page" http://members.tripod.com/Caroline_Bowen/home.html

Comprehensive list of resources and links related to Speech-Language Pathology from the home page of Dr. Caroline Bowen of Sydney, Australia.

You may also want to try the specific sites listed below:

Academy of Neurologic Communication Disorders and Sciences (ANCDS)  http://www.ancds.org/

ANCDS is a professional organization intended to promote quality service to persons with neurologic communication disorders by developing training guidelines for speech-language pathologists.  The site includes a section on Practice Guidelines as well as useful links.

American Academy of Audiology  http://www.audiology.org

The American Academy of Audiology is a professional organization for audiologists.  The News and Announcements section of this site includes reports and other publications of interest. 

Clinical Aphasiology Conference http://www.clinicalaphasiology.org

This site is presented by the Clinical Aphasia Conference which sponsors an annual forum for clinicians and researchers engaged in the study and clinical management of persons with acquired neuralgic language disorders.  The site allows a search of abstracts of papers presented at previous forums.

The National Aphasia Association  http://www.aphasia.org

The National Aphasia Association is a nonprofit organization that promotes public education, research rehabilitation and support services to assist people with aphasia and their families.  This site includes Association publications and reprints of articles.

National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD)  www.nidcd.nih.gov

NIDCD is one of the institutes of the National Institutes of Health.  This institute conducts and supports biomedical and behavioral research and research training in the normal and disordered processes of hearing, balance, smell, taste, voice, speech, and language.  This site provides access to publications on aphasia, auditory processing, dysphagia, and hearing loss.

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Finding Books in the Pace University Library

In addition to the reference books listed above, the library has many circulating books on speech-related topics. To find circulating books, search the online Pace Library Catalog by subject or keyword. Subject searches target the specific Library of Congress Subject Headings that have been assigned to the books that the Pace Library owns.  Unless you know the subject headings that pertain to your topic, you may want to begin with a Keyword search.

Once you have found a source that you find useful, look at the Library of Congress Subject Headings towards the bottom of the catalog record to determine the best terms to use in a Subject search for further materials.  For additional tips on searching the catalog, see the library's guide to Using the Pace Library Catalog. Potentially useful subject headings include:

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Finding Journal Articles in Speech-Language Pathology

Here are several databases you can use to find journal articles on your topic. Only the first one is specifically geared towards Speech. Others are geared toward related disciplines, but include several speech-related journals. Following the list of databases is a list of Speech Pathology Journals and where you can find them!

To access library databases: from the Library Home Page, click on Databases. Use the pull-down menus provided to choose a databases to search. If you are off campus, you will need to enter the last seven digits of your library barcode for access. For more information on using databases off campus, see the Library's remote access instructions.

Academic Search Premier

Interdisciplinary databases that provides full text of journals in language and linguistics and the medical sciences.

BasicBIOSIS

Provides basic coverage of the life sciences including medicine, biology, neuroscience, and physiology.

BioDigest

Provides access to non-technical life science information.

CINAHL

Indexing in nursing allied health, biomedical, and consumer health journals. Coverage extends from 1983 to present.

Cochrane Library

The Cochrane Library supports Evidence Based Practice in that it provides access to reliable and up-to-date information on the effects of interventions in health care.

Communication & Mass Media Complete

Covers journalism and mass communications studies; contains over 200 full-text titles and additional titles with citations; features articles on language and languages, and speech pathology.

ERIC

Covers education and related fields. Locate journals articles. Back files are available from1966 as well as current issues. Updates occur monthly.

Health Reference Center Academic

Contains many full text articles on health-related topics.

Health Source Nursing Academic

Contains many full text articles on health-related topics.

Medline

Indexes journals published internationally, covering all areas of medicine. Coverage extends from 1966 to the present. Updated daily.

Omnifile Full Text Select

Covers topics such as neuroscience, physiology, medicine, education, language arts, community health, medical care and psychology.

PsycINFO

Covers the literature of psychology and related disciplines from 1887-present. Contains some full-text.

Research Library

Interdisciplinary database containing much full text documents. Emphasis is on speech therapy, speech and disorders.

Scirus.com

A speciality science-only web search engine, Scirus can be used to locate journal articles on the web, along with other science web sites and internet postings.

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Specific Journal Titles

Below is a partial list of journals the library either has a paper subscription or online access to. Journal titles and locations of print and online versions are given. The information on online access and indexing is not complete; see the Library Catalog for complete information (perform a "journal title" search. If you choose an article that is not available full text in any of our databases, please see "I have a citation, now what do I do?" or ask a librarian for assistance.

*Includes Microfilm, Bound and Paper editions

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Citing Your Sources

Once you have finished your research and written your paper, you will need to prepare your bibliography and cite any sources you have referenced within the text in APA format. For more information on APA format, please see the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (Birnbaum Ref Reserve BF76.7 .A46 2001), or visit the library's online guide to Citing Resources.

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