Effects of 3 treatments for bilingual children with primary language impairment

What is it about?

This study explored different ways to treat children with a language disorder who speak both Spanish and English. We found that three different treatment approaches improved the English language skills of these children but had a smaller impact on their Spanish language skills. We also found important connections between language and general cognitive skills like attention, memory, and processing speed.

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Why is it important?

The work improves our understanding of language disorders within our increasingly diverse society. It also provides evidence that clinical practitioners can use when treating bilingual children with the disorder.