What Criteria Are Used to Diagnose a Child with Specific

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Short Answer

What criteria are used to diagnose a child with specific language impairment SLI)?

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Definitions:

Serotonin

A neurotransmitter crucial for mood regulation and the feeling of well-being.

SIDS

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, an unexplained death, usually during sleep, of a seemingly healthy baby less than a year old.

Preterm Infants

Babies born before completing the usual 37 weeks of gestation, often facing higher risks of complications.

Neonates

Newborn infants, especially within the first month after birth, a critical period for adaptation outside the womb.