Exploring Developmental Language Disorder: Prevalence, Risk Factors and Support
Description
For this In Conversation podcast, in recognition of Developmental Language Disorder Awareness Day (18 October 2024), Shaun Ziegenfusz provides insight into Developmental Language Disorder (DLD).
Learning Objectives
1. What Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) is and the typical age of onset.
2. Common co-occurring difficulties that individuals with DLD may present with.
3. The prevalence of DLD and the identification process.
4. DLD and co-morbid mental health conditions and behavioural problems.
5. Helping young people with DLD to recognise and label their emotions and alternative means of mental health support that doesn’t rely on oral language.
6. The efforts being made to raise awareness of DLD, including DLD Awareness Day.
7. Suggestions of resources where you can learn more about DLD.
