Treatment
Remedial education is the best approach to this type of disorder.
Prognosis (Expectations)
The degree of recovery depends on the severity of the disorder. Marked improvement is often seen after treatment.
Complications
- Learning problems
- Low self-esteem
- Problems with socializing
Calling Your Health Care Provider
Parents who are concerned about their child’s language ability should have the child tested by educational professionals.
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Disorder of written expression : Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
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Disorder of written expression : Symptoms & Signs, Diagnosis & Tests
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Disorder of written expression : Treatment
Review Date : 10/18/2008
Reviewed By : David C. Dugdale, III, MD, Professor of Medicine, Division of General Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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