The visual brain and peripheral reading and writing disorders / Heidi McMartin Heeringa, MS, CCC-SLP.

Author/creator Heeringa, Heidi McMartin
Format Electronic
Publication InfoThorofare, NJ : Slack Incorporated, [2019]
Descriptionxiv, 109 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 26 cm
Supplemental ContentFull text available from Ebook Central - Academic Complete
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Abstract "The Visual Brain and Peripheral Reading and Writing Disorders: A Guide to Visual System Dysfunction for Speech-Language Pathologists familiarizes the reader with the complex workings of the human visual system, the motor and sensory components of normal vision as they relate to the recognition of letters and words, and to the acquisition and rehabilitation of reading and writing. This text brings together findings from the neuropsychological, neurooptometric, neurolinguistic, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology literature on acquired visual system impairment from the past 20+ years, and the ways visual system dysfunction impacts reading, writing, and cognition. Chapters Include: - Review of structural elements of the eye, the cortical and subcortical structures of the visual brain, and the motor and sensory components of normal vision - The distinct functions of the three primary visual pathways (central, peripheral and retinotectal) and how they relate to reading and writing - Review of five formal tests of reading and writing that are designed or may be adapted to assess peripheral reading and writing disorders - And much more!"-- Provided by publisher.
General note"A guide to visual system dysfunction for speech-langauge pathologists"--Cover.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
Access restrictionAvailable only to authorized users.
Technical detailsMode of access: World Wide Web
Genre/formElectronic books.
LCCN 2019007526
ISBN9781630915414 (paperback)

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