Combining Nonword and Sentence Repetition to Identify Developmental Language Disorder
International Journal of Language &Communication Disorders, Volume 61, Issue 5, September/October 2026.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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Development of word and syllable structure in Chilean children with typical and protracted phonological development. [PDF]
Front PsycholVergara P +3 more
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Uptake and Evaluation of a Crosslinguistic Nonword Repetition Test in Clinical and Research Contexts
International Journal of Language &Communication Disorders, Volume 61, Issue 5, September/October 2026.ABSTRACT Introduction The Crosslinguistic Nonword Repetition Test (CL‐NWR) was designed to accommodate the phonological diversity of human languages, providing a tool that may support the identification of Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) across different linguistic backgrounds. The test materials, including a PowerPoint game with recorded stimuli,
Kamila Polišenská, Shula Chiat
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Psychometric methods and signal detection theory uncover subtle differences in the perception of tone contrasts in speakers of Kam (Dong). [PDF]
Sci RepDediu D, Wang L, Wong PCM, Wu M.
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Speech and Language Therapists’ Views Regarding Their Scope of Practice in Written Language
International Journal of Language &Communication Disorders, Volume 61, Issue 5, September/October 2026.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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Intrinsic properties link a network model to zebra finch song. [PDF]
ElifeMedina ND, Margoliash D.
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Andrology, Volume 14, Issue 6, Page 1823-1830, September 2026.ABSTRACT Background The internet, including websites and large language models (LLMs), is an increasingly important information resource for medical patients. However, information quality varies, potentially leading to misinformation. Andrological patients may particularly rely on online sources due to the sensitive nature of their conditions ...
Traeger Max +7 more
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Improving readability of layperson abstracts and summaries in oncology using task-specific large language model powered tool: results from the BRIDGE-AI 7 study. [PDF]
JAMIA OpenPannu AS +11 more
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Developmental Science, Volume 29, Issue 5, September 2026.ABSTRACT Wearable recorders are used in research and clinical practice to collect and measure children's vocalizations and the language environment in which they occur. Recordings generate vast amounts of audio, making manual analysis impractical and requiring automated processing.
Marvin Lavechin +3 more
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