Investigating the causes of speech disorders in children (perinatal aspects)
- DOI
- 10.5922/vestnikpsy-2024-3-11
- Pages
- 120-129
Abstract
Speech disorders in children are a current issue of modern times, primarily because speech is a central cognitive function, without which the development of other mental processes, including thinking, is impossible. Speech development disorders in children can lead to difficulties in various areas in the future. This underscores the relevance of studying the causes of speech disorders in children and analyzing the factors influencing their occurrence. The aim of the research was to study the gender differences in the causes of speech disorders in children. A review and analysis of the literature on the problem were conducted. It was found that researchers consider perinatal factors among the significant causes of speech disorders. A retrospective analysis of the medical and educational documentation of children (n = 300) with disabilities, including severe speech disorders, was carried out. As a result, potential risk factors of the perinatal period influencing the occurrence of speech disorders in children were identified, and a gender analysis of these causes was conducted. Taking into account the identified risk factors, along with the early detection of deviations in a child’s psychomotor and speech development, will allow for the timely initiation of medication therapy and corrective work.