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communication disorder

American

noun

any of a number of disorders, as autism or deafness, that partially or totally prevent verbal or written expression or comprehension.

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Zak, 17, has Autism Spectrum Disorder, along with social anxiety, global developmental delay, and social and communication disorder.

From BBC • Aug. 1, 2025

The announcement came about one year after he retired from acting, citing a communication disorder known as aphasia, which had since progressed.

From Washington Post • Mar. 6, 2023

Two years ago, 86.2% of Americans had not heard of aphasia, while about 7% knew that it was a communication disorder, according to a survey by the National Aphasia Assn.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2022

The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association does not consider accents a type of communication disorder.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 24, 2021

The Annie Glenn Award was created to honor individuals who overcome a communication disorder.

From Washington Times • May 19, 2020

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