Late language emergence : a literature review

Abstract EN

Infants usually say their first word at the age of 12 months; subsequently, within the next 6-12 months, they develop a vocabulary of approximately 50 words, along with the ability to make two-word combinations.

however, late talkers (LTs) demonstrate delayed speech in the absence of hearing impairments, cognitive developmental issues or relevant birth history.

the prevalence of late language emergence (LLE) in toddlers is reported to be 10–15%.

Studies of LTs are both theoretically and clinically significant.

Early diagnosis and clinical intervention may result in relatively stable speech capabilities by the early school years.

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