Exam 1 Part 3

Question 1

Caused by CNS/information processing dysfunction; having significant difficulties in listening, speaking, reading, writing, reasoning, or mathematical abilities

Answer 1

Learning disabilities

Question 2

Language impairment has no apparent cause and does not affect or be affected by anatomical, physical, or intellectual problems

Answer 2

Specific language impairment (SLI)

Question 3

Issues with theory of mind; difficulties in the social use of verbal and nonverbal communication

Answer 3

Autism spectrum disorder

Question 4

Language impairment leading to temporary or permanent impairment of cognitive, physical, and psychosocial function

Answer 4

TBI

Question 5

Language impairment that can be caused by the environment a child lives in, may hinder regular child development

Answer 5

Child abuse/neglect

Question 6

A general delay in language development, a nonverbal IQ of 86 or lower, and, as in SLI, no obvious sensory or perceptual deficits.

Answer 6

Non-specific language impairment

Question 7

Child does not speak in some situations, such as in school, although she or he may speak normally in others.

Answer 7

Selective mutism

Question 8

Webbed fingers, no philtrum, eyes set apart at a far distance difficulty with organization, associated with mother drinking alcohol while baby is in utero

Answer 8

Fetal alcohol syndrome

Question 9

What is the difference between a learning disability or an intellectual disability?

Answer 9

Intellectual: IQ lower than 68 or 70, Learning: have a higher IQ than 68 or 70

Question 10

What are the 3 main causes of communication disorders in general?

Answer 10

Normal variation, physical impairment, environmental issues

Question 11

What is a common causes of phonological processing problems?

Answer 11

Middle ear infection

Question 12

What is a fast articulator?

Answer 12

Tongue, lip

Question 13

What is a slow articulator?

Answer 13

Soft palate