Developmental language disorders

Developmental language disorder (DLD) is diagnosed when a child’s language skills are persistently below the level expected for the child’s age.

  • ADHD screens: look into language

    A literature review of language problems in ADHD has confirmed large deficits in multiple areas of language functioning among young people with the disorder.

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  • The Parent Blame Game

    Seventy years ago Leo Kanner published his seminal paper describing autism. In that paper he also coined the term “refrigerator mother” apportioning some of the cause for the distinctive profile of autistic behaviour to cold, harsh parenting practices.

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    The Dyslexia Debate

    This recording is from Professor Joe Elliot titled ‘The Dyslexia Debate’. It is from the conference, ‘Dyslexia from assessment to intervention’ was held on Friday 29 September 2017, and was organised by the Welsh ACAMH Branch. The day promoted the notion that the assessment of literacy difficulties should be the first step on a clear pathway to individualised interventions for children or young people.

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  • Dr. Gavin Reid

    Understanding and Dealing with Dyslexia; Assessment and Intervention

    This recording is from Dr. Gavin Reid titled ‘Understanding and Dealing with Dyslexia; Assessment and Intervention’. It is from the conference, ‘Dyslexia from assessment to intervention’ was held on Friday 29 September 2017, and was organised by the Welsh ACAMH Branch. The day promoted the notion that the assessment of literacy difficulties should be the first step on a clear pathway to individualised interventions for children or young people.

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  • Professor Maggie Snowling

    ‘Dyslexia and Language Impairment’ Professor Maggie Snowling

    Professor Maggie Snowling on ‘Dyslexia and Language Impairment’. Recorded on 29 September 2017, and was organised by the Welsh ACAMH Branch as part of the conference, ‘Dyslexia from assessment to intervention’. ACAMH members can now receive a CPD certificate for watching this recorded lecture.

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