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The illustration shows the brain differences between normal reading and dyslexic children performing a rhyming task.

·June 13, 2013·3 min read

Researchers Unravel Genetics of Dyslexia and Language Impairment

Researchers identified genetic variants that can predispose children to dyslexia and language impairment. The study could allow for earlier diagnosis and more successful interventions for language impairment disorders.

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·August 20, 2019·3 min read

Possible genetic link between children’s language and mental health

Study finds three of six genetic variants which contribute to a child's language development are also associated with mental health risks.

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·July 11, 2016·5 min read

Gene Contributes to Poor Speech Processing and Dyslexia

Researchers report a gene associated with dyslexia may interfere with speech processing.

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·April 18, 2018·4 min read

Link Between Gene Variation and Language Discovered

A new study reveals people whose native language contains many consonants carry a specific genetic variation that helps them to distinguish a wide range of sounds.