The Research/Practice Context

Abstract

Broadly speaking, the context for research in the field of communication disorders encompasses the theoretical and empirical work of other researchers in the field (both past and present), as well as the clinical and real-world manifestations, consequences and environments of the individuals who have communication disorders and those of their families, friends and the professionals with whom they may be involved. This chapter will at first focus on the practice context before moving on to examine the research context.