Outline the speech and language characteristics and processing factors in children who are abused and neglected
a. Speech and Language Characteristics: Children who are abused and neglected may exhibit delayed language development, speech sound disorders, and difficulties with word retrieval and expressive language.

b. Language Processing Factors: These children may struggle with auditory processing, difficulty understanding and following directions, and poor comprehension of language.

c. Speech Processing Factors: Children who have experienced abuse and neglect may have difficulties with articulation, fluency, and voice quality due to the stress and trauma they have endured.

d. Social Communication Factors: These children may have challenges with social communication skills, such as understanding nonverbal cues, maintaining eye contact, and appropriately engaging in conversations.