Understanding of Emotion in Children with Specific Language Impairment

Authors

Melanie D. Javid, Brigham Young University
Dr. Martin Fujiki, Brigham Young University

Keywords

emotion, children, Specific Language Impairment, SLI, disabilities

College

David O. McKay School of Education

Department

Communication Disorders

Abstract

Children with specific language impairment (SLI) have difficulties with language comprehension and production that is not attributed to other disabilities. Studies have shown that these children are also at risk for social problems. These social problems are assumed to be the outcome of the child’s language ability. The purpose of this project is to investigate the emotional understanding of children with SLI. This project is designed to provide speech-language pathologists with a clearer delineation of emotional needs experienced by children with SLI. Our profession may then adapt therapy to address the child’s understanding of emotions.

Recommended Citation

Javid, Melanie D. and Fujiki, Dr. Martin (2013) "Understanding of Emotion in Children with Specific Language Impairment," Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2013: Iss. 1, Article 4.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2013/iss1/4