Language disorders

Language disorders are a type of communication disorders where a person has trouble understanding others (receptive language), or sharing thoughts, ideas, and feelings (expressive language). Language disorders can either be acquired or developmental.

Types of Language Disorders

There are three types of language disorders:

1. Expressive language disorder: This is characterized by difficulty expressing oneself beyond simple sentences and a limited vocabulary.
2. Receptive language disorder: This is characterized by difficulty understanding spoken, and sometimes written, language.
3. Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder: This is characterized by difficulty expressing oneself in speech, and also understanding spoken language.

Causes

Language disorders can be caused by a variety of factors including brain injury, developmental disorders, hearing loss, and neurological disorders. In some cases, the cause is unknown.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of language disorders typically involves a speech-language pathologist conducting a comprehensive evaluation of a person's ability to understand and use language. This may include tests of vocabulary, sentence structure, and expressive and receptive language skills.

Treatment

Treatment for language disorders depends on the type and severity of the disorder. It often involves speech therapy, which can help improve language skills and communication. In some cases, medications or other medical treatments may be necessary.

See also

• Speech disorder
• Communication disorder
• Aphasia
• Dyslexia

References

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