Outcomes of Early Language Delay: II. Etiology of Transient and Persistent Language Difficulties
A study involving 356 twin pairs with early language delay found environmental influences shared by both twins were more substantial than genetic factors. Heritability was significantly higher in those with persisting difficulties but only when assessed in terms of parental concern at 3 years or pro...
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Veröffentlicht in: | Journal of speech, language, and hearing research language, and hearing research, 2003-06, Vol.46 (3), p.561-575 |
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Zusammenfassung: | A study involving 356 twin pairs with early language delay found environmental influences shared by both twins were more substantial than genetic factors. Heritability was significantly higher in those with persisting difficulties but only when assessed in terms of parental concern at 3 years or professional involvement at 4 years. (Contains references.) (CR) |
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ISSN: | 1092-4388 1558-9102 |
DOI: | 10.1044/1092-4388(2003/045) |