Distúrbios da aquisição da linguagem e da aprendizagem

Abstract

Objective: To aid health professionals, especially pediatricians, in the diagnosis and prevention of language and learning disorders. Sources of data: Review of the relevant literature published in the past 5 years (MEDLINE and textbooks). Summary of the findings: Multiple variables, among them neurological diseases, may be related to the etiology of language and learning disorders. Conclusion: An adequate diagnostic investigation may guide the choice of treatment.