Twenty-five clinicians, scholars, activists, and individuals who themselves use augmentative and alternative communication AAC, from the US, Canada, UK, and Norway, contribute 11 chapters examining diverse aspects of living as an adolescent/young adult with multiple disabilities and complex communication needs. Coverage includes foundations for successful transitions to adult life for individuals who use AAC, self-determination and young adults who use AAC, education and transition programs, employment and volunteer programs, relationships and social engagement, preparing youth who use AAC to communicate with their personal assistants, medical and health transitions for young adults using AAC, and assessment and intervention with teens and adults. Combining research-based best practices with personal stories from young adults who use AAC, the text provides a valuable resource for speech-language pathologists, transition and employment specialists, vocational rehabilitation specialists, and special education teachers preparing young adults who use AAC for successful adult lives. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)