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Method and apparatus for diagnosing and remediating language-based learning impairments

US6109107A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 7, 1997
Grant dateAug 29, 2000
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Expiry dateMay 7, 2017

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B5/12
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The present invention provides an improved method and apparatus for the identification and treatment of language perception problems in specific language impaired (SLI) individuals. The invention provides a method and apparatus for screening individuals for SLI and training individuals who suffer from SLI to remediate the effects of the impairment by using the spectral content of interfering sound stimuli and the temporal ordering or direction of the interference between the stimuli.

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