1. Language Development in Sex Chromosome Trisomies: Developmental Profiles at 2 and 4 Years of Age, and Predictive Measures
- Author
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Capelli, E, Silibello, G, Ajmone, P, Altamore, E, Lalatta, F, Vizziello, P, Costantino, M, Zampini, L, Ajmone, PF, Vizziello, PG, Costantino, MA, Capelli, E, Silibello, G, Ajmone, P, Altamore, E, Lalatta, F, Vizziello, P, Costantino, M, Zampini, L, Ajmone, PF, Vizziello, PG, and Costantino, MA
- Abstract
Purpose: Describing language development in children with sex chromosome trisomies (SCT) and testing the predictive value of early language measures on later outcomes. Method: Thirteen children with SCT were followed longitudinally. Their developmental profile was assessed, with particular attention to language, at 2 and 4 years. The predictive value of direct (spontaneous speech analysis) and indirect (communicative development inventory) language measures at 2 on performances at 4 was tested. Results: Language performances at both ages were lower than non-verbal development. At 2, more than 50% of the group produced less than 50 words. At 4, impaired performances were observed in speech sound development and expressive morpho-syntax. Direct measures of Pre-syntactic development predicted later global language outcomes and Sentence Repetition. The number of consonants used at 2 was significantly related to Nonword Repetition at 4. Conclusions: The study highlights the importance of early detection and careful follow-up for children with SCT.
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- 2022