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Determinants of speech and language delay among children aged 12 months to 12 years at Yekatit 12 Hospital, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: a case–control study

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Abstract

Our study found that birth asphyxia, bottle-feeding, mother-child separation, being from a multilingual family, and excessive screen time contribute significantly to speech and language delay. As a result, it is important to develop interventions that target these modifiable factors, while also ensuring that early diagnosis and treatment options are readily accessible.

Research topics

  • Language Development and Disorders
  • Infant Development and Preterm Care
  • Assistive Technology in Communication and Mobility

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DOI: 10.1186/s12887-024-04862-4

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