A\u00a0<\/strong><\/em>language disorder is defined by difficulties in any of the following domains: spoken language expression, spoken language comprehension, written expression, and reading comprehension. <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n A\u00a0language disorder can occur as a delay during childhood development, or it can occur after illness or injury (e.g., stroke or head trauma). A Language Disorder in early childhood may present as talking later than expected and\/or difficulty with understanding spoken language resulting in frustration with communication. A Language Disorder persisting into preschool and school-age years may present as difficulties with expressing ideas and telling stories, forming sentences, reading, writing, following directions, answering questions, and participating in conversations.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Language\u00a0is assessed via a combination of formal testing, informal observation, and extensive interview with the patient and their family. When available, information from teachers is also used to assess language functioning. \u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Treatment for deficits of a\u00a0language disorder\u00a0is individualized for each patient\u2019s specific needs. Treatment trajectories for a Language Disorder can vary greatly in prescribed length. \u00a0Parent collaboration and partnership with treating clinicians is an important component of language intervention.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\nAssessment<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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