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Students with word finding disorders: three case studies

R H Felton1

  • 1Department of Neurology, Bowman Gray School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC 27157-1043.

Folia Phoniatrica Et Logopaedica : Official Organ of the International Association of Logopedics and Phoniatrics (IALP)
|January 1, 1994
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Summary

This study examines word finding disorders in students across different ages and educational levels. It highlights the impact on reading and suggests collaborative interventions for speech-language pathologists and educators.

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Area of Science:

  • Speech-language pathology
  • Developmental psychology
  • Educational psychology

Background:

  • Word finding disorders (WFD) affect individuals across the lifespan.
  • Understanding the heterogeneity of WFD is crucial for effective intervention.
  • Previous research has not fully explored the impact of WFD on academic performance in diverse age groups.

Observation:

  • Presents case studies of three students with varying ages and WFD severity.
  • Details the specific word finding profiles and characteristics of each student.
  • Analyzes the impact of WFD on overall school performance, with a focus on reading skills.

Findings:

  • WFD manifests differently across developmental stages and educational experiences.
  • Reading performance is significantly impacted by the severity and type of word finding difficulties.

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  • Individualized assessment is key to identifying specific challenges.

    • Implications:

    • Highlights the need for tailored intervention strategies for students with WFD.
    • Emphasizes the importance of collaboration between speech-language pathologists and educators.
    • Suggests that early and consistent support can mitigate the academic consequences of WFD.