Search research articles

ABOUT JoVE

Overview Leadership Blog JoVE Help Center

AUTHORS

Publishing Process Editorial Board Scope & Policies Peer Review FAQ Submit

LIBRARIANS

Testimonials Subscriptions Access Resources Library Advisory Board FAQ

RESEARCH

JoVE Journal Methods Collections JoVE Encyclopedia of Experiments Archive

EDUCATION

JoVE Core JoVE Business JoVE Science Education JoVE Lab Manual Faculty Resource Center Faculty Site

Terms & Conditions of Use

Related Concept Videos

Language Development

Language Development

Children master language quickly and with relative ease, supported by both biological predisposition and reinforcement. B. F. Skinner (1957) proposed that language is learned through reinforcement, while Noam Chomsky (1965) argued that language acquisition mechanisms are biologically determined.
The critical period for language acquisition suggests that the ability to acquire language is at its peak early in life. As people age, this proficiency decreases. Language development begins very...

Learning Disabilities

Learning Disabilities

Learning disabilities are cognitive disorders caused by neurological impairments that affect cognitive functions like language and reading, without indicating overall intellectual or developmental challenges. These disabilities differ from global intellectual or developmental disabilities as they are limited to distinct cognitive functions. Common learning disabilities include dysgraphia, dyslexia, and dyscalculia, each of which impacts unique aspects of learning.
Dyslexia
Dyslexia is a...

Language and Cognition

Language and Cognition

Language serves as a bridge between ideas and communication, influencing how individuals perceive and interact with the world. Psychologists have long debated whether language shapes thought or vice versa. This discussion gained grip with Edward Sapir and Benjamin Lee Whorf in the 1940s, who proposed that language determines thought, a concept known as linguistic determinism. They suggested that the vocabulary and structure of a language influence how its speakers think and perceive reality.

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition marked by persistent deficits in social communication and interaction alongside restrictive and repetitive behaviors or interests. ASD is sometimes accompanied by intellectual impairment.
These core symptoms manifest differently among individuals, ranging from mild to severe. The disorder's complexity extends beyond its clinical presentation, encompassing a diverse range of biological, cognitive, and sociocultural influences.

Introduction to Language of Pathophysiology ll

Introduction to Language of Pathophysiology ll

This lesson explores key terms that describe how diseases progress, their outcomes, and their distribution in populations.Diagnostic tests identify diseases and monitor treatment. These include blood and urine tests, biopsies, imaging (X-ray, MRI), and detection of infectious agents.Remission is a reduction or disappearance of symptoms.Exacerbation refers to the worsening of symptoms, such as increased wheezing during an asthma attack.A precipitating factor triggers an acute episode, while a...

Intellectual Disability

Intellectual Disability

Intellectual disability (ID) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by deficits in intellectual and adaptive functioning that manifest during the developmental period. This condition encompasses challenges in reasoning, memory, problem-solving, and learning, accompanied by impairments in everyday life skills, such as communication, self-care, and social interactions. Intellectual disability affects approximately 1% of the population in the United States, impacting an estimated 5...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by

Same author

Comparative analysis of self-injurious behaviour topographies in young children with and without developmental delay.

Journal of intellectual disability research : JIDR·2020

Same author

Evaluation of EEG based determination of unconsciousness vs. loss of posture in broilers.

Research in veterinary science·2012

Same author

Developmental screening, well baby care in Saskatchewan family practice.

Canadian family physician Medecin de famille canadien·2011

Same author

Management of cleft lip and palate: a team approach.

Canadian family physician Medecin de famille canadien·2010

Same author

Genetic testing in global developmental delay: the well-intended clinician and the principle of double effect.

Acta paediatrica (Oslo, Norway : 1992)·2009

Same author

The biogeochemical controls of N2O production and emission in landfill cover soils: the role of methanotrophs in the nitrogen cycle.

Environmental microbiology·2001

Search research articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jun 4, 2026

Portable Intermodal Preferential Looking (IPL): Investigating Language Comprehension in Typically Developing Toddlers and Young Children with Autism

Portable Intermodal Preferential Looking (IPL): Investigating Language Comprehension in Typically Developing Toddlers and Young Children with Autism

Published on: December 14, 2012

The child with delayed language: assessment and management.

R C Tervo, C A Kinney

Canadian Family Physician Medecin De Famille Canadien

|February 4, 2011

Summary

Early detection of speech and language disorders in preschoolers is crucial for development. Identifying causes like hearing loss or developmental delays aids in timely intervention and improved outcomes.

Area of Science:

Pediatrics
Developmental Psychology
Speech-Language Pathology

Background:

Speech and language disorders are common in preschoolers.
Early intervention is vital for social and cognitive development.
Delayed language acquisition impacts a child's overall development.

Purpose of the Study:

To outline the assessment and management of delayed language development.
To highlight the importance of early detection and remediation.
To emphasize the role of family physicians in managing language delays.

Main Methods:

Case presentations and discussions.
Review of major reasons for delayed language acquisition.
Outline of assessment and management strategies.

More Related Videos

Practical Methodology of Cognitive Tasks Within a Navigational Assessment

Practical Methodology of Cognitive Tasks Within a Navigational Assessment

Published on: June 1, 2015

Assessing Dyslexia at Six Year of Age

Assessing Dyslexia at Six Year of Age

Published on: May 1, 2020

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jun 4, 2026

Portable Intermodal Preferential Looking (IPL): Investigating Language Comprehension in Typically Developing Toddlers and Young Children with Autism

Portable Intermodal Preferential Looking (IPL): Investigating Language Comprehension in Typically Developing Toddlers and Young Children with Autism

Published on: December 14, 2012

Practical Methodology of Cognitive Tasks Within a Navigational Assessment

Practical Methodology of Cognitive Tasks Within a Navigational Assessment

Published on: June 1, 2015

Assessing Dyslexia at Six Year of Age

Assessing Dyslexia at Six Year of Age

Published on: May 1, 2020

Main Results:

Delayed language acquisition can stem from various factors including mixed developmental delay, hearing loss, psychosocial issues, behavioral disturbances, specific language disorders, and physical handicaps.
A multidisciplinary approach is essential for effective management.
Family physicians can initiate and coordinate care.

Conclusions:

Early identification and intervention for speech and language disorders are critical for preschool children's development.
A comprehensive approach involving various specialists is necessary.
Family physicians play a significant role in the early management of language delays.