Childhood Language Impairments

A comprehensive set of flashcards covering vocabulary related to childhood language impairments, including definitions, characteristics, disorders, and assessment techniques.

Developmental Language Disorder (DLD)

A language disorder without an obvious cause, often running in families.

Social Communication Disorder (SCD)

Difficulty communicating with various partners through both linguistic and non-linguistic means.

Intellectual Developmental Disorder (IDD)

A diagnosis based on limitations in functioning and significantly lower than average intellectual capacity.

Learning Disability (LD)

A neurological condition affecting the ability to process and produce information.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

A neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by social communication impairments and restricted behaviors.

Brain Injury

Damage to the brain, which can result in cognitive and language problems.

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)

A group of conditions resulting from exposure to alcohol in the womb.

Pragmatic Problems

Challenges in using language effectively in social contexts.

Cognitive Problems

Difficulties in attention, memory, problem-solving, and reasoning.

Language Disorders

Impairments in the ability to use or understand language.

Peer Victimization

Increased risk of being bullied or victimized by peers.

Social Anxiety

Heightened levels of anxiety in social situations.

Echolalia

Repetition of phrases or sentences that the individual has heard.

Males to Females Ratio in ASD

The ratio is approximately 4 males for every 1 female diagnosed.

Severity Levels in ASD

Classified as Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3 based on support needs.

Restricted Repetitive Behaviors

Behaviors indicating a strong preference for routines and sameness.

Semantic Knowledge

Understanding of word meanings and relationships.

Morphological Rules

Rules governing the structure and form of words.

Phonological Learning

The process of learning the sounds used in spoken language.

Nonverbal Communication

Communicating without the use of spoken language, includes gestures and facial expressions.

Turn Taking

The ability to alternate speaking roles in a conversation.

Microaggressions

Subtle, often unintentional, discriminatory comments or behaviors.

Context Registering

Understanding the context in which communication takes place.

Narrative Skills

Ability to understand and tell stories coherently.

Impaired Social Skills

Difficulties in engaging appropriately in social situations.

Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD)

A neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by impulsivity and hyperactivity.

Genetic Factors

Biological characteristics that can contribute to language impairments.

Vocab Restrictions

Limited vocabulary associated with language impairments.

Formal Evaluations

Standardized assessments to evaluate language skills.

Screening Tests

Quick assessments to identify potential language issues.

Turn Taking Exchanges

The process of taking turns in conversation.

Hearing Impairments

Difficulties associated with processing auditory information.

Stereotyped Movements

Repetitive, non-functional movements often observed in ASD.

Resistant to Change

Difficulty adapting to changes in routine or environment.

Sensory Sensitivities

Abnormal reaction to sensory inputs, such as sound or touch.

Language Comprehension

The ability to understand spoken and written language.

Short Utterances

Limited length of spoken sentences often seen in language impairments.

Intervention Techniques

Methods used to aid in the communication development of children.

Social Pragmatics

The social rules and conventions we use in conversation.

Eye Contact Avoidance

Not maintaining eye contact during interactions, common in ASD.

Ambiguous Language

Language that is unclear or has multiple meanings.

Assessment Tools

Instruments used to assess language development and impairments.

Peer Relationships

Interactions and connections made with peers.

Language Processing

The ability to understand and produce language.

Behavioral Assessments

Evaluations focusing on behavior related to communication.

Impairment Characteristics

Distinctive traits or signs of language disorders.

Emotional Reactions

Responses that may be atypical or exaggerated due to language challenges.

Physical Contact Preference

Desire or avoidance of physical touch in social settings.

Communication Model

The framework used to understand human communication dynamics.

Identification and Assessment

The process of recognizing and evaluating language impairments.