Evaluating Sex Differences in Language Abilities Within Down Syndrome and Autism Spectrum Disorder.

IF 1.7 3区医学 Q2 EDUCATION, SPECIAL

Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Pub Date : 2025-02-01 DOI:10.1352/1934-9556-63.1.29

Manisha D Udhnani, Nancy Raitano Lee

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Abstract

Down syndrome (DS) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are two neurodevelopmental disorders characterized by impairments in language. Most studies do not consider the possible role sex differences may play in language profiles. Thus, the current study aimed to evaluate whether parent-reported structural and pragmatic language vary as a function of sex in youth with DS (n = 37), ASD (n = 106), and typical development (TD; n = 61). Findings suggest a female advantage in both structural and pragmatic language in DS; in contrast, no sex differences were found for either ASD or TD. Results suggest that males with DS may require more extensive interventions for language. Future research should investigate how age, IQ, and mode of measurement may impact the nature of these observations.

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期刊介绍： Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities is dedicated to meeting the information needs of those who seek effective ways to help people with mental retardation. The journal reports new teaching approaches, program developments, administrative tools, program evaluation, service utilization studies, community surveys, public policy issues, training and case studies, and current research in mental retardation. Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities is a peer-reviewed journal whose consulting editors represent a broad spectrum of settings: universities, research centers, public and private residential care facilities, and specialized community service agencies.