SELF DEVELOPMENT IN CHILDREN WITH SPECIFIC LANGUAGE IMPAIRMENT

Abstract

The contribution introduces into the self-image (Self) development in children with specific language impairment. A brief survey of the developmental theories and attachment theory is also provided in order to understand better the emotional experience and contact modification in the Self development in children that are limited by aberrant neurobiological maturing. If one aims at maximizing an effect of clinical speech therapy, it is natural to perceive and reflect a child as a holistic personality with its own experience, needs etc. and belongs to a given family system. Such approach supports interpersonal relationship, feeling of safety and self-awareness. Good contact between a child and a speech therapist may increase not only child's motivation for mutual collaboration, but also stimulate self-regulation mechanism and proportionately health development of Self.

Keywords

• specific language impairment
• self development
• attachment theory
• contact modification