Each of the Following Statements About Adolescents and Adults with Speech

Multiple Choice

Each of the following statements about adolescents and adults with speech and language problems is true EXCEPT

A) They might refer themselves to a speech-language pathologist because of social embarrassment.
B) The loss of the ability to speak is typically more disabling than the loss of the ability to use language.
C) People with severe disabilities may need to be taught an alternative to oral language or be given an augmentative communication system.
D) There may be problems settings realistic goals for speech and language learning.