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what are the symptoms of language dyslexia?

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Reading disorder: All dyslexia is language-based, though misinformation persists about letter/word reversal or eye movements deficits. Early language delay, inability to rhyme  or to associate specific sounds with their symbols in pre-k & with letters in kg  can predict difficulty with with written word processing  ( reading decoding) in late kg  or in 1st grade. "overcoming dylexia" by dr. Shaywitz  explains all.

Question 2

should i teach my baby how to do sign language?

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Yes: Verbal languages are complex and infants and toddlers understand much more than they can express verbally.  Most toddlers are not forming sentences until after their second birthday.  Teaching infants and toddlers the basics of sign language offers them a way to communicate before their verbal language begins, reducing their frustration and reinforcing to them the benefit of social communication.

Question 3

when will my child be able to learn another language?

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As Soon As Possible: Babies and toddlers brains are programmed to learn language.  Regardless of language or culture, all babies and toddlers intuitively pick up language in the first few years of life.  During early childhood, the brain is primed to pick up on the distinct sounds of different languages.  Exposing your child to a second language early in their life makes it much easier for them to learn it.

Question 4

why is it so hard to learn a new language as an adult?

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: Adult brains do not have the capacity that a younger brain has. It is not impossible to learn a new language or a new skill at an older age but it does take more effort. If you put in the effort, though, it is possible. Good luck to you!

Question 5

conditions that hinder language development, what to do?

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More info: There are many conditions that hinder language development. Some can be treated early with proper speech and language therapy, others are very difficult to treat. Please seek out the opinion of a qualified speech and language therapist. Hoping for a good outcome for you, .

Question 6

can speech/language impairment be greatly improved/reversed?

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Not usually reversed: But often treated do do not give up!

Question 7

what is the definition or description of: language impairment?

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Language impairment: "A Language impairment is defined as a disorder in one or more of the basic learning processes involved in understanding or in using spoken or written language. " See:  http://www.fldoe.org/academics/exceptional-student-edu/ese-eligibility/language-impairment-li.stml. This can include:  Phonology , Morphology, Syntax, 
 Semantics  &amp; Pragmatics.

Question 8

can you tell me about language development in early childhood?

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Language development: I tell my parents that a child should say 2 to 3 words at 15 months, 2 word sentences at 2-years-old, be 50% understandable at 2-years-old, 75% understandable at 3-years-old, and 100% understandable at 4-years-old.  If not, ask for a speech evaluation.  The earlier children with language delays or articulation disorders receive treatment, the faster they improve. Hope that helped.

Question 9

whats it mean if child having a specific language impairment (sli)?

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Depends on age: If it is obvious that language is delayed, get it checked out. This is often the first indication that the child is within the autistic spectrum.

Question 10

can someone please explain what specific language impairment is please ? thankyou

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Here's some info: It's a likely genetically transmitted difficulty in language development in the face of null findings of any causes - no organic deficits and no other developmental disorders like the autism spectrum, etc. It affects 7-8% of Kindergarten age and persists into adulthood.  http://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/voice/Pages/specific-language-impairment.aspx
This may help explain. Best wishes.

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