Plural Publishing Artificial Intelligence, Extended Reality, and Automation in Speech-Language Pathology: Integrating Technology Into Clinical Practice

Artificial Intelligence, Extended Reality, and Automation in Speech-Language Pathology: Integrating Technology Into Clinical Practice explores emerging technologies and their impact on the services provided by speech-language pathologists (SLPs). The accessibility of new digital solutions has reshaped clinical practice, creating new opportunities to enhance efficiency, deliver more personalized care, and expand access to dynamic tools for intervention. This first-of-its-kind resource provides practicing SLPs with a solid foundation in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Extended Reality (XR), and automation, equipping practitioners with the knowledge and skills to integrate these innovations into daily practice. Emphasizing application across assessment, intervention, workload management, and consultation services, it serves as a comprehensive guide to enhancing both clinical effectiveness and patient outcomes. Up-to-date research, guidelines for practical application, and future-oriented perspectives demonstrate how SLPs can apply digital solutions today while preparing for tomorrow’s evolving landscape. With a strong emphasis on ethical considerations, this text promotes the responsible adoption of technology to ensure that it enhances, rather than replaces, the human expertise central to care. Rich with resources and actionable guidance, this essential text positions SLPs at the forefront of innovation and the future of their profession. Key Features Comprehensive Coverage of Cutting-Edge Technologies: Covers AI, XR, and automation, highlighting how these tools are currently applied and can be further harnessed in speech-language pathology. Application and Real-World Examples: Goes beyond theoretical discussions, providing direction for implementation through case studies and real-world examples. Focus on Ethical and Practical Considerations: Addresses critical ethical and practical considerations unique to each system, covering topics such as privacy, data security, and integration challenges. Resource Accessibility and Comprehensive Guide: Designed to be a one-stop guide for practicing clinicians, providing foundational theories, insights, and resources for SLPs. Future-Oriented Insights: Each section of the book ends with a forward-looking perspective, discussing future advancements and their potential impact on speech-language pathology. PluralPlus Online Ancillaries Videos: Section overviews and interviews discussing key topics from the book and current trends in speech-language pathology technology. Downloadable Checklists: Ready-to-use checklists for technology implementation in various clinical settings. Downloadable Tables: Chapter-specific tables that organize and summarize essential information. Downloadable Chapter Takeaways: Clear, accessible summaries highlighting the key points and main insights from each chapter. Digital Tools and Technologies: Lists of recommended software, apps, and tools for speech-language pathology practice.