Language Processing Disorder Treatment
Developmental progression of language processing demands:
- Labeling
- Functions
- Associations
- Categorization
- Antonyms
- Synonyms
- Similarities and Differences
- Multiple Meanings
- Idioms
- Analogies
Management Recommendations and Implementation
Language Processing Disorder (LPD) relates to the processing of language, not just the sequence of sounds (like auditory processing disorder) . LPD can affect expressive language (what you say) and/or receptive language (how you understand what others say).
Strategies
Language Processing Disorder (LPD) relates to the processing of language, not just the sequence of sounds (like auditory processing disorder) . LPD can affect expressive language (what you say) and/or receptive language (how you understand what others say).
Strategies
- Speak slowly and clearly and use simple sentences to convey information
- Refer to a speech pathologist
- Allow tape recorder for note taking
- Write main concepts on board
- Provide support person or peer tutor
- Use visualization techniques to enhance listening and comprehension
- Use of graphic organizers for note taking from lectures or books
- Use story starters for creative writing assignments
- Practice story mapping
- Draw out details with questions and visualization strategies