Language

Neuropsychological intervention with NeuronUP for specific language impairment

July 11, 2023 by Carmen Miranda

The neuropsychologist specialized in child development Carmen Miranda explains in this article the child neuropsychological intervention for specific language impairment that she has carried out in her center NKI Neuropsicológica with NeuronUP. Within the field of child neuropsychological intervention, Specific Language Impairment (SLI) represents a challenge that requires specialized attention. This disorder affects language development …

Learning in students with special educational needs

August 9, 2021 by NeuronUP

The learning process begins from the moment of birth for all children. The beginning of interaction with the physical and social environment sends constant stimuli to the newborn’s body, especially the brain. The influence of the family and the people who interact with the children will be fundamental to stimulate the development of all the …

Language as a predictor of dementias

August 5, 2021 by NeuronUP

The field of neuropsychological profile research in dementias is a prolific field, more and more interest is placed in knowing what are the defining characteristics of this nosological entity, understanding in depth how the different cognitive abilities are affected will help us to make early diagnoses in order to intervene in subjects and slow down …

Mirror Neuron System: Function, Dysfunction and Rehabilitation Proposals

July 28, 2021 by Javier Tomás Romero

Definition of the mirror neuron system Neuroanatomy of the mirror neuron system motor/imitation : There are two main neuronal networks that make up the mirror neuron system (Cattaneo & Rizzolati, 2008): one formed by areas of the parietal lobe and the premotor cortex, as well as by the caudal part of the lower frontal rotation; and another …

Specific language impairment

June 2, 2021 by NeuronUP

Specific language impairment (SLI) is a serious and long-lasting developmental disorder that affects the acquisition and development of spoken language. It can affect either comprehension, expression, or both. It is classified as a “heterogeneous” disorder because no two SLI are alike. Symptoms vary greatly from one child to another and do not always manifest in the …

Activities for the neuropsychological rehabilitation in patients with Broca’s aphasia

March 8, 2021 by NeuronUP

Language is the ability enabling humans to communicate with others by means of sounds, signs and symbols used to name the objects in the outside world, their actions, characteristics, and the connections between them.