Dyslexia and Reading Disorders

Limitations of the CELF-5 in Detecting Subtle Language and Literacy Needs

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The Clinical Evaluation of Language Fundamentals, Fifth Edition (CELF-5) is one of the most widely used tools for assessing language abilities in children. However, despite its popularity, significant limitations exist in its ability to accurately diagnose Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) and identify subtle language and literacy needs. These limitations are particularly evident in its construct […]

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Addressing Misconceptions About ADHD and Poor Language Performance

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It is a common but misguided assumption to attribute poor academic performance solely to ADHD. While ADHD can impact focus and attention, leading to difficulties in completing tasks or following instructions, these challenges do not inherently cause the language and literacy deficits that underpin poor academic performance. Individuals with language and literacy challenges may display

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Designing Contextualized Language and Literacy Interventions: Focus on Reading and Writing

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Designing effective therapy sessions for students with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) requires leveraging evidence-based, contextualized approaches (Rinaldi et al, 2021). By focusing on expository and fictional grade-level texts, speech-language pathologists (SLPs) can help students develop the skills needed to succeed academically and communicate effectively (Ward-Lonergan & Duthie, 2016). This post provides a practical framework for

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Understanding Language and Literacy Therapy Outcomes in Students with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD)

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Students with developmental language disorder (DLD) often experience significant challenges in language and literacy that can impact their academic performance and social interactions. Despite the effectiveness of high-quality, evidence-based therapy, it is essential to recognize that these students may not achieve the same level of academic functioning as their typically developing peers. This post delves

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Speak, Read, Write, Thrive: The Power of Combining Language and Literacy in Therapy

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In speech-language pathology, integrating language and literacy targets in therapy services has become increasingly recognized as a critical factor for expediting therapy outcomes and providing the most efficacious, evidence-based services. Language and literacy are intricately connected processes that mutually influence each other, making a comprehensive, integrated approach essential for clients who face both speech and

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Supporting Adolescents with High IQ and Language/Literacy Needs

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It may come as a surprise to many that adolescents with high IQs can still experience significant language and literacy challenges. Just like any other struggling reader, adolescents with high IQ follow a similar assessment and intervention trajectory. Let’s explore why—and how—these learners require tailored support that addresses their specific needs. Comprehensive Assessment: The First

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Exploring the Connection Between Language and Literacy and Executive Functions (EFs) in Children

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Language and literacy skills are fundamental building blocks of a child’s cognitive development, laying the groundwork for academic success and lifelong learning. Simultaneously, executive functions—cognitive processes that regulate and control thought and action—are crucial for goal-directed behavior and problem-solving. Research has increasingly revealed a complex interplay between language and literacy abilities and executive function deficits

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Attention: All That Matters

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The role of attention in learning is a topic of great interest to both researchers and clinicians alike when it comes to the discussion of the causes of learning difficulties in children (Posner & Rothbart, 2007). Attention plays a crucial role in learning, since if you cannot attend you cannot commit stimuli to memory and

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The ABCs of Decoding: Understanding the Basics

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I’ve been doing a lot of language and literacy assessments lately of elementary-aged children whose testing shows great phonemic awareness abilities (PA) but significantly impaired decoding skills. Many of their parents, well-versed in all the recent conversations on the importance of phonemic awareness raging on social media, have been asking me a variation of the

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What Works for Improving Processing Speed?

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Recently I wrote a post entitled: “What Works for Improving Working Memory?” in which I listed useful resources on the subject. Due to the popularity of that post as well as numerous requests, I decided to write a similar post regarding what works and does not work for improving processing speed in students with language

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