Journal article
The Use of Speech-Perception Tests in Audiological Rehabilitation: Current and Future Research Needs
The Journal of the Academy of Rehabilitative Audiology, Vol.27(monograph), pp.47-66
01/01/1994
Abstract
General research needs that are considered paramount for the improvement of clinical services in audiological rehabilitation are reviewed. First the need to develop & use a model of audiovisual speech perception is considered. This is considered important because of its potential influence on issues as the units of speech stimuli that should be used to evaluate speech perception. In addition, the role of natural & synthetic speech is considered. It is noted that natural speech is preferred because it approximates real-world conditions. Synthetic speech, while unrealistic, may help to disentangle specific components of speech that are difficult for impaired populations. The importance of understanding the processes involved in typical listening situations is noted. These factors include things such as understanding the signal-to-noise ratio & spectral characteristics of everyday communicative environments. The need to develop sensitive & reliable clinical trials that include both open- & closed-set response format tests is noted. In addition, research needs in hearing aid selection & adjustment should include selecting a signal processing strategy, adjusting the signal processor, & determining if aided performance is better than unaided performance. The role of auditory & speechreading training is also discussed, & it is concluded that research in speech perception is essential to guarantee the success & cost-effectiveness of audiologists & speech therapists. 5 Tables, 4 Figures, 50 References. Adapted from the source document
Details
- Title: Subtitle
- The Use of Speech-Perception Tests in Audiological Rehabilitation: Current and Future Research Needs
- Creators
- Richard Tyler
- Resource Type
- Journal article
- Publication Details
- The Journal of the Academy of Rehabilitative Audiology, Vol.27(monograph), pp.47-66
- ISSN
- 1050-0545
- eISSN
- 2157-3107
- Language
- English
- Date published
- 01/01/1994
- Academic Unit
- Communication Sciences and Disorders; Otolaryngology
- Record Identifier
- 9984267562402771
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