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BRAIN SCIENCES
卷 13, 期 4, 页码 -出版社
MDPI
DOI: 10.3390/brainsci13040701
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predictors of specific learning disorders; continuity from DLD and SLD; proximal and distal predictors of SLD
Specific Learning Disorder (SLD) is a complex disorder with a strong genetic component, characterized by varying manifestations and considerable differences among children. Difficulties in language acquisition and Developmental Language Disorders (DLDs) are frequently associated with SLD, suggesting continuity between the two disorders. This study aimed to provide evidence on predictors of SLD, focusing on the continuity of DLD, linguistic and communicative abilities, and biological and environmental factors. Results showed a 7.01% prevalence of SLD, with diagnosis being significantly predicted by previous DLD diagnosis, male gender, and familial risk.
Specific Learning Disorder (SLD) is a complex disorder with a strong genetic component, characterized by varying manifestations and considerable differences among children. Several studies have highlighted that difficulties in language acquisition and the presence of Developmental Language Disorders (DLDs) are frequently associated with SLD, suggesting a continuity between the two disorders. This study aimed to add evidence on the proximal and distal predictors of SLD, focusing on the eventual continuity for the presence of DLD at 4-5 years, on some linguistic and communicative abilities at 27-30 months, and on biological and environmental factors. Our sample consisted of 528 families, whose children (Italian monolingual) participated in a screening program at the age of 27-30 months. When children were on average 8.05 years old, parents were asked to answer an interview aimed at collecting information about the children's language and learning development. Results showed that the prevalence of children with an SLD (7.01%) was in line with those reported in other similar studies. The diagnosis of SLD was significantly predicted by the previous diagnosis of DLD, by male sex/gender, and by the familial risk of SLD. Children with these characteristics had a 54% probability of presenting an SLD.
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