The SLI construct is a critical link to the past and a bridge to the future

Commentary on Bishop, D. V. M., Ten questions about terminology for children with unexplained language problems.

Authors:
Taylor CL

Authors notes:
International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders. 2014;49(4):381-415

Keywords:
Language impairment, SLI construct, children

Abstract:
Language impairment constructs are not the province of one discipline, profession, political portfolio, service system or programme of research.

What brings different perspectives together is the shared purpose of improving language outcomes and life choices and opportunities for children with language impairments.

We will need to define and measure language impairments differently for different purposes and in ways that foster the exchange of knowledge.