Communication disorders and children with psychiatric and behavioral disorders

Diana L. Rogers-Adkinson, Penny Lynn Griffith

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Communication disorders and children with psychiatric and behavioral disorders

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Diana L. Rogers-Adkinson, Penny Lynn Griffith

Reading Level 8 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Some kids have trouble talking and feeling at the same time, and that can make life really tricky. This book shows how their brains and feelings work together in surprising ways. Understanding this helps us find better ways to help them grow and succeed.

Themes

Quick Assessment

This book offers a comprehensive look at the connection between communication disorders and psychiatric or behavioral challenges in children. It integrates neuropsychological insights with cultural considerations to guide diagnosis and intervention. Appropriate for middle-grade readers, it sensitively addresses complex topics related to speech, language, and mental health.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Emotional: Mental Health Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
7
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

467 pages
ISBN
1565937465
Pages
467
Publisher
Singular
Published
1999
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Speech Disorders in ChildrenPatientsMental HealthLanguage Disorders in ChildrenChildren With Mental DisabilitiesDevelopmentResearchLanguage DisordersIn Infancy & ChildhoodComplicationsMental DisordersChild