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We Need to Talk About Social Inequalities in Language Development
Mélissa Di Sante1, Louise Potvin1,2
1Centre for Public Health Research (CReSP), Montréal, Québec, Canada.
American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology
|April 20, 2022
Summary
Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) should address social inequalities impacting children's language development. Understanding social determinants is key to effective early language interventions.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Developmental Psychology
- Speech-Language Pathology
Background:
- Social inequalities significantly impact children's language development.
- Understanding the social determinants of child development is crucial for early intervention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To increase speech-language pathologists' (SLPs) awareness of social inequalities in child language development.
- To explore the social determinants affecting early language acquisition.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing empirical evidence and theoretical frameworks from public health.
- Presenting the Total Environment Assessment Model for Early Child Development.
- Applying health promotion concepts to language interventions.
Main Results:
- Social inequalities have a profound effect on language development trajectories.
- The Total Environment Assessment Model provides a framework for understanding these determinants.
- Current interventions may need broadening to address systemic social factors.
Conclusions:
- SLPs and institutions should consider social determinants in language interventions.
- Adopting a public health-inspired approach can broaden the scope of effective actions.
- Viewing language interventions as 'events in systems' promotes a holistic perspective.
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