The use of nonword repetition as a test of phonological memory in children with Down syndrome

Article Abstract:

A study was conducted to examine the use of nonword repetition as a test of phonological memory in children with Down syndrome, and to analyze the relationship between the test and other types of memory and language measures. The word type and length were analyzed using a repeated measures analysis of variance. Experimental results confirmed the usefulness of nonword repetition as a measure of phonological memory in children with Down syndrome.

Psychological aspects, Memory, Mentally ill children

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Contributions of phonological memory, language comprehension and hearing to the expressive language of adolescents and young adults with Down syndrome

Article Abstract:

The study examines the association between expressive language abilities, language comprehension, and deficiencies in verbal short-term memory and hearing, which appear in Down syndrome. It concludes that phonological memory is closely related with the expressive language abilities of individuals suffering from Down syndrome.

Science & research, Language disorders

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