Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) Flashcards
1
Q
What is DLD?
A
Brain differences resulting in difficulty in understanding and/or using spoken language
Used to be known as Specific Language Impairment (SLI)
2
Q
What is the prevalence of DLD?
A
7.6% of children
Two children in every primary school classroom
More common in boys
x5 more prevalent than autism
3
Q
How may a child with DLD present?
A
Struggling to find words they want to use
Sound muddled
Difficulty understanding long words and instructions
Difficulty in remembering the words they want to say
Find it hard to join in on the playground
4
Q
How can you support children with DLD?
A
Visual and practical methods
Time to respond
Check they have understood
Use simple language
