Sensory acuity and cross-language phonetic similarity jointly predict second language vowel production accuracy. [PDF]
Li JJ +4 more
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Combining Nonword and Sentence Repetition to Identify Developmental Language Disorder
ABSTRACT Background Nonword repetition and sentence repetition have been useful in identification of developmental language disorder (DLD). Each task has demonstrated good sensitivity and specificity, though their diagnostic accuracy has varied across children's ages, specific measures, and languages.
Giang T. Pham +3 more
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Predictive Sentence Parsing in Monolingual and Bilingual Learners. [PDF]
Rajendra SJ, Cheng Q, Singh L.
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ABSTRACT Background and Aims Caregiver‐mediated interventions are commonly used by Speech and Language Therapists to support early language development. Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) is associated with reduced quality of life throughout the lifespan. Understanding factors that predict intervention success is essential for developing appropriate,
Victoria Johnstone‐Cooke +4 more
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Speech and Language Therapists’ Views Regarding Their Scope of Practice in Written Language
ABSTRACT Background Spoken and written language are closely linked, and Speech and Language Therapists (SLTs) have expertise in the language skills that support both. However, unlike countries such as the US and Australia, UK SLTs lack clear guidance on their role in written language. This study explores the views of SLTs working with adults (aged 16+)
Carol Moxam +2 more
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Meanings within words: How Chinese bilingualism shapes the neural basis of English morphological processing in preschoolers. [PDF]
Sun X, Werker JF.
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ABSTRACT Background Children with language disorders, including developmental language disorder (DLD), experience challenges with word learning. Common components of vocabulary interventions include presenting target words in a story, providing explicit teaching and using sign/gesture alongside speech.
Lucy Hughes +5 more
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Effects of neural aging on speech perception in bilinguals vs. monolinguals. [PDF]
Hisagi M +8 more
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Connecting Preschoolers' Spontaneous Speech Patterns to Future Language Skills: A 3-Year Concurrent and Longitudinal Cohort Study of Canonical Proportion as a Developmental Index. [PDF]
Ott C, Cychosz M.
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ABSTRACT Background Although speech and language therapy (SLT) is central to post‐stroke aphasia rehabilitation, global SLT provision often falls short of recommended dosages. In response, interest has grown in technology‐based interventions, including therapy software, virtual reality (VR) and artificial intelligence (AI) tools.
Bader Alhejji +3 more
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