ICPS

2021 APS Virtual Convention · 2021

The Impact of Sex and Language Delay on Semantic Knowledge: Males with Developmental Language Disorder Make More Errors

Virtual · May 2021

Posters · Developmental Psychology

  • Brianna Roenbeck
    Oklahoma State University
  • Abbi Wright
    Oklahoma State University
  • Sarah Kucker
    Oklahoma State University

Abstract

This study focused on Developmental Language Disorder and examined the effects of sex and DLD on error rates when defining words. Males and females had a similar prevalence rate of DLD, however, males made more errors in their definitions. Understanding DLD is key for proper treatment and successful development.

Communication