Cognitive-Communication Disorders in Young Children - CSD 321 Week 9

A series of vocabulary flashcards covering key concepts related to cognitive-communication disorders in young children, focusing on SLP roles, early intervention services, risks, and strategies for communication.

What is Part C of IDEA?

Part C of IDEA is a federal program that provides early intervention services for infants and toddlers with disabilities or developmental delays.

Who is considered an ‘infant or toddler with a disability’?

An infant or toddler with a disability is a child under 3 years old needing early intervention services due to developmental delay or a high-risk diagnosis.

What are the types of risks discussed in relation to infant and toddler development?

The types of risks include established risk, biological risk, and environmental risk.

What is an IFSP?

An IFSP (Individualized Family Service Plan) is a plan for the services to be provided to infants and toddlers with disabilities, which includes the child's status, family information, desired outcomes, and plan for services.

Where can service delivery occur for young children?

Service delivery for young children can occur in naturalistic contexts such as hospitals (including NICU), homes, daycare, and preschools.

What role do SLPs play in early childhood development?

SLPs (Speech-Language Pathologists) model communication, facilitate supportive parent-child interactions, and provide strategies such as scaffolding and recasting.

What are some functions of single-word utterances in young children?

Functions of single-word utterances include naming, commenting, requesting, responding, protesting, attention-seeking, and greeting.

What is the primary focus of SLPs in the NICU?

The primary focus of SLPs in the NICU includes feeding support, communication support, pre-literacy support, caregiver education, and counseling.

What does ‘scaffolding’ refer to in communication?

Scaffolding refers to the support and guidance provided by an adult to facilitate a child's learning and skill development in communication.

What is meant by ‘contingent responses’?

Contingent responses are appropriate replies that follow a child's attempt at communication, supporting their language development.