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Phonological patterns in the conversational speech of children with cochlear implants
Peter Flipsen1, Rhonda G Parker
1Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders and Education of the Deaf, Idaho State University, 921 S 8th Avenue, Mail Stop 8116, Pocatello, ID 83209-8116, United States. flippete@isu.edu
Journal of Communication Disorders
|March 18, 2008
Summary
This study examined phonological patterns in children with cochlear implants, finding both typical and atypical patterns. Some patterns decreased with age, suggesting developmental changes over time.
Area of Science:
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Audiology
- Developmental Pediatrics
Background:
- Phonological patterns, or natural phonological processes, are common in children's speech development.
- Children with hearing loss, including those using hearing aids or cochlear implants, may exhibit unique phonological patterns.
- Previous research has identified various phonological patterns in children with hearing impairments.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe phonological patterns in young children with cochlear implants.
- To differentiate between developmental and non-developmental phonological patterns in this population.
- To investigate the occurrence and trends of these patterns over time.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive, longitudinal study design was employed.
- Conversational speech samples were collected from six young children fitted with cochlear implants.
- Phonological patterns were analyzed for developmental and non-developmental characteristics.
Main Results:
- Both developmental and non-developmental phonological patterns were observed in the children's speech.
- Some observed patterns were consistent with previous findings in children with hearing loss and cochlear implants.
- One developmental and two non-developmental patterns showed a significant decrease over time, correlating with age.
Conclusions:
- The speech of children with cochlear implants includes a mix of developmental and non-developmental phonological patterns.
- Certain phonological patterns change predictably with age in this population.
- Further research is warranted to explore trends in phonological patterns in children with cochlear implants.
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