Language Development Disorders

**Definition:** Conditions characterized by language abilities (comprehension and expression of speech and writing) that are below the expected level for a given age, generally in the absence of an intellectual impairment. These conditions may be associated with DEAFNESS; BRAIN DISEASES; MENTAL DISORDERS; or environmental factors.

**Tree numbers:** - C10.597.606.150.500.550 - C23.888.592.604.150.500.550

**Synonyms:** - Developmental Disorder, Speech or Language - Developmental Language Disorders - Language Disorders, Developmental - Speech or Language, Developmental Disorder