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Impact of the NICU environment on language deprivation in preterm infants
Author(s) -
Rand Katherine,
Lahav Amir
Publication year - 2014
Publication title -
acta paediatrica
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.772
H-Index - 115
eISSN - 1651-2227
pISSN - 0803-5253
DOI - 10.1111/apa.12481
Subject(s) - medicine , language development , pediatrics , developmental psychology , intensive care medicine , psychology
It is unclear whether the atypical language development commonly seen in preterm infants is a consequence of language deficiency experienced during their prolonged NICU stay. This review provides a novel viewpoint, which highlights the potential impact of the NICU design on the developmental origin of language disabilities in preterm infants. Conclusion Further research is needed to identify evidence‐based design solutions for providing preterm infants with a healthier linguistic hospital environment that aids growth and development.