Social (pragmatic) communication disorder

Social (pragmatic) communication disorder

Social (pragmatic) communication disorder (SPCD), pronounced /ˈsoʊʃəl præɡˈmætɪk kəˌmjuːnɪˈkeɪʃən dɪsˈɔːrdər/, is a communication disorder that affects an individual's ability to use language in social situations. The term is derived from the Greek words "pragmatikos" (meaning practical) and "disorder" (meaning disruption or disturbance).

Definition

SPCD is characterized by difficulties with the use of social language and communication skills (also known as pragmatic communication) in naturalistic contexts, which affects the ability to effectively communicate, socialize, and build relationships with others.

Symptoms

Symptoms of SPCD may include difficulty understanding and using appropriate language for different social contexts, difficulty following rules of conversation or storytelling, and difficulty understanding non-literal language such as idioms, humor, or metaphors.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of SPCD is typically made by a speech-language pathologist (SLP) through a comprehensive evaluation of the individual's communication skills in various social contexts.

Treatment

Treatment for SPCD typically involves speech therapy and social skills training to improve the individual's ability to communicate effectively in social situations.

Related Terms

• Communication disorder
• Pragmatic communication
• Speech-language pathologist
• Speech therapy

See Also

• Autism spectrum disorder
• Language disorder
• Specific language impairment

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Social (pragmatic) communication disorder
• Wikipedia's article - Social (pragmatic) communication disorder

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