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Journey Into Jargon Speech in Neurological Problem Child

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Neurological problem child, or NPS, has been a term that has become more and more common as the world has been getting smaller. It has been defined as a child that is being assessed for neurological problems and is approaching language milestones. It is a wide enough term that can encompass many different types of children from autism, to cerebral palsy, to Down syndrome.

Speech is a vital skill

Introduction

There are a lot of different words and phrases that people use to talk about neurological problems in children. Some of these terms are “speech development delay,” “neurological problem,” and “language disorder.” These terms all mean different things, but there is one thing they all share. The words are often used interchangeably when talking about children with developmental difficulties. This is a very confusing and frustrating situation. Therefore, it is important to learn what these terms mean and how they are different.

What is the difference between a neurological problem child and a language-delayed child?

A neurological problem child is a child who has difficulty speaking or understanding language. This is different from a language-delayed child, who has difficulty in understanding or speaking language. A language-delayed child will often have a language delay, whereas a neurological problem child will not.

What are the different stages of language development in a neurological problem child?

The different stages of language development in a neurological problem child are as follows: Expressive language. Expressive language is the ability to combine sounds and words to make sentences or utterances. It is the first stage of language development. Receptive language. Receptive language is the ability to understand and comprehend words and sentences. It is the second stage of language development. Cognitive language. Cognitive language is the ability to understand, think, and reason. It is the third stage of language development. Symbolic language. Symbolic language is the ability to imagine, think, and create. It is the fourth stage of language development. Facial expression. Facial expression is the ability to show emotions through facial features. It is the fifth stage of language development. Pragmatic language. Pragmatic language is the ability to use language for practical purposes. It is the sixth stage of language development. Social language. Social language is the ability to interact with people. It is the seventh stage of language development.

Conclusion

Jargon Speech is a term used to describe the use of unusual words or phrases in language used by people with neurological disorders. It is a speech that is not understandable to the non-disabled people. It is not hard to understand why people with neurological disorders use jargon speech. They are trying to communicate to their loved ones, caregivers, and about their condition. However, it is not always an effective way of communication. There are some instances where jargon speech may be used as a form of self-expression or as a way to express frustration.

Article by Dr. Sanjay Madireddi PT/OT/CBT

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