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Factors affecting language development in West African children: a pilot study using a qualitative methodology.

J Law1

  • 1Department of Language and Communication Science, City University, London, UK. J.C.Law@city.ac.uk

Child: Care, Health and Development
|August 10, 2000
PubMed
Summary

West African children are overrepresented in speech and language services. This study explored cultural beliefs and environmental stressors impacting language development in these families.

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Area of Science:

  • Child Development
  • Linguistics
  • Sociology

Background:

  • West African children are disproportionately referred to speech and language services.
  • Existing research lacks insight into the specific experiences of this demographic.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore factors distinguishing West African children and their families in speech and language services.
  • To understand parental and professional perspectives on child development and language acquisition.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative methodology utilizing in-depth interviews.
  • Interviews conducted with nine parents and three service professionals.
  • Transcribed and coded interview data for thematic analysis.

Main Results:

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  • Parental beliefs on early language stimulation and school performance differ from professionals.
  • West African parents report distinct behavioral expectations.
  • High levels of stress reported by West African families due to employment, immigration, financial, and familial pressures.

Conclusions:

  • Environmental factors and high stress levels may negatively impact speech and language development in West African children.
  • Proposed mechanisms link environmental factors to language development.
  • Recommendations for culturally sensitive service provision are suggested.