Differentiating Speech Disorders

Questions and Answers

What characteristic indicates a phonological disorder rather than an articulation disorder?

Lack of phonemic contrast (correct)

Preservation of phonemic contrast

Good stimulability with phonological techniques

Consistent errors on easy context sounds

Which scenario typically suggests an articulation disorder?

Producing multiple phonemes with the same sound

Difficulty with emerging context sounds

Inconsistent sound production across contexts

Preservation of phonemic contrast in various positions (correct)

What does consistent inadequate learning suggest in terms of speech disorders?

Stimulability issues

Articulation disorder (correct)

Developmental delay

Phonological disorder

How do easy context sounds relate to articulation disorders?

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Which of the following techniques is most effective for improving isolated sound production in articulation disorders?

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Study Notes

Differential Diagnosis of Articulation vs. Phonological Disorder

Two or more phonemes are represented by the same production, such as using /t/ for both /s/ and /ʃ/.
This pattern indicates a lack of phonological awareness, characteristic of a phonological disorder.
Absence of phonemic contrast suggests phonological disorder.

Preservation of Phonemic Contrast

Preservation of phonemic contrast occurs in prevocalic, intervocalic, and postvocalic positions.
Heavy preservation of phonemic contrast is indicative of an articulation disorder, where phonemic distinctions are maintained.

Peripheral Motor-Based Problems

Consistent production errors suggest that inadequate learning is generalized, leading to an articulation disorder.
Individuals with articulation disorders demonstrate peripheral motor-based challenges in sound production.

Emerging/Easy Context Sounds

Articulation disorders usually present with consistent errors, but the context of the sounds (emerging vs. easy) is important.
Good stimulability in isolated sound production indicates potential for improvement when using articulation techniques.
Articulation techniques are more effective than phonological techniques for improving isolated sound production skills.

Description

This quiz focuses on the differential diagnosis of articulation and phonological disorders. It covers essential concepts such as phonemic contrast and the preservation of phonological awareness, helping to distinguish between these two types of speech issues.