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Published on: March 24, 2023
Language processing in children with cochlear implants: a preliminary report on lexical access for production and
Richard G Schwartz1, Susan Steinman, Elizabeth Ying
1The Ear Institute and Learning Center, New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, New York, NY 10016, USA. rschwartz@gc.cuny.edu
This study reviews language research in children with cochlear implants (CIs) and outlines a 5-year project investigating lexical access. We aim to understand how semantic and phonological factors influence word production and recognition in CI users.
Area of Science:
- Linguistics
- Audiology
- Developmental Psychology
Background:
- Children with cochlear implants (CIs) often face challenges in language development.
- Understanding lexical access is crucial for improving language outcomes in this population.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review existing language research in children with CIs.
- To outline a 5-year project examining lexical access for word production and recognition.
- To investigate the influence of semantic and phonological factors on lexical processing in CI users.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing auditory priming tasks.
- Employing Picture-Word Interference and Picture-Picture Interference paradigms.
- Incorporating eye-tracking to analyze processing dynamics.
Main Results:
- Preliminary data from auditory priming and interference tasks are presented.
- Initial findings suggest potential group differences in lexical access.
Conclusions:
- This research will provide critical insights into language processing in children with CIs.
- The findings will inform targeted interventions to enhance lexical development and spoken language abilities.
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