Communication & Learning Disorders Flashcards
What does SCD stand for?
Social (Pragmatic) Communication Disorder.
What is SCD?
People with SCD has adequate vocabulary and the ability to form sentences, but still have problems with the practical use of language.
What are four pragmatic principles of SCD?
Using language for social reasons, adapting communication to fit the context, following conventions of conversation, and understanding implied communications
Example of using language for social reasons?
Making a demand or issuing a promise.
Example of adapting communication to fit the context?
Changing tone or voice to talk to children.
Example of following conventions of conversation?
Taking turns or staying on topic on convo.
Example of understanding implied communications?
Understanding metaphors, idioms, and humor.
