TITLE:
Language Disorders across the Lifespan: From Childhood to Adulthood
AUTHORS:
Gulsen Filazoglu Cokluk, Mehmet Yakup Can Butur
KEYWORDS:
Language Disorders, Developmental Language Disorders, Acquired Language Disorders, Neurophysiological Factors, Cognitive Factors, Early Intervention, Speech Therapy
JOURNAL NAME:
Open Journal of Social Sciences,
Vol.13 No.2,
February
21,
2025
ABSTRACT: This study offers a comparative analysis of language disorders in both children and adults, exploring the impact on communication and overall well-being. It investigates Developmental Language Disorders (DLD) in children and acquired language disorders in adults, emphasizing the neurophysiological, genetic, and cognitive aspects. The research highlights the significance of early detection and intervention, alongside the utilization of assessment tools for timely assistance. Additionally, the prevalence and epidemiology of these disorders are examined, stressing the necessity for effective management strategies. The paper also reviews various challenges associated with language disorders, including phonological, semantic, syntactic, and pragmatic difficulties, as well as narrative issues in children, and acquired aphasia, Specific Language Impairment (SLI), Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), and dementia related language disorders in adults. The significance of multidisciplinary evaluations and evidence based interventions, such as speech therapy and language enrichment programs, is emphasized. Through a systematic literature search and critical analysis of selected studies, this study synthesizes findings to present a comprehensive view of language disorders across age groups, addressing gaps in the literature and suggesting future research directions for improved outcomes.