What is aMixed Receptive Expressive Language Disorder?
What is a mixed receptive expressive language disorder? How can speech therapy treat this condition? Communication is a complex process— and children need to learn both how to receive and express the messages
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What is a Mixed Receptive Expressive Language Disorder?
A “receptive” language disorder is when a child has issues with interpreting (or “recieving”) spoken language. An “expressive” language disorder is when a child faces difficulties with their own communication, and being understood by others.
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Signs & Symptoms
Signs of a receptive language disorder may manifest as:
- Trouble following directions, especially multi-step instructions
- Difficulty understanding questions
- Poor comprehension of spoken language
- Appears not to listen or respond when spoken to
- Confused by what others are saying
- Frequently asks for repetition or clarification
- Difficulty understanding stories or explanations
Signs of an expressive language disorder may manifest as:
- Limited vocabulary for age
- Difficulty naming objects or finding the right words
- Uses vague language (e.g., “thing” instead of specific nouns)
- Short or incomplete sentences
- Grammar errors (e.g., incorrect verb tenses, plurals)
- Difficulty forming complex or complete sentences
- Trouble telling stories or recounting events logically
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