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Ashley Blake @ashleyrblake.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

We are delighted to share our paper in Language Development Research! As joint first authors, Richenda and I would like to thank our supervisory team and the participants who made this research possible. Thank you also to the expert reviews for their constructive feedback and comments. #devlangdis

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NAPLIC @naplic.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Our SLCN specialist teacher network is on Monday. We have @ashleyrblake.bsky.social from OxEd, @iomslt.bsky.social talking DLD friendly audits and Sarah Earl talking SEND White paper. Don't miss it! www.naplic.org.uk/events/ #DevLangDis

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NAPLIC @naplic.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

Key messages from outgoing President Courtenay Norbury 1 we need to diagnose DLD. This builds awareness, research & services 2 language interventions give people with DLD more opportunities 3 use evidence based practice. And link what we do to what policy makers want to hear. #NAPLIC26

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EngagewithDLD @edldproject.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

Happy Tuesday E-DLD followers! Today we have an exciting research opportunity to advertise. Follow this link to sign-up: redcap.bath.ac.uk/surveys/?s=H... This link will also be in the linktree in our bio! #DevLangDis #DLD #SoUNDS #Recruitment

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Word Aware @wordaware.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

This paper is a real benchmark and will be of great interest to anyone who works with those with DLD. (Developmental Language Disorder) #DevLangDis

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Ashley Blake @ashleyrblake.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

I am also pleased to share the second study of my PhD exploring language and cognition in adults with and without DLD, with Prof. Ewa Dabrowska and Dr @mllompart.bksy.social - now published in the Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research: #DevLangDis link.growkudos.com/1eem1qwc5q8

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Language and cognition in adults with developmental language disorder (DLD)

This study explored how different cognitive abilities support language in adults with and without Developmental Language Disorder (DLD). Sixty adults—30 with DLD and 30 without—completed a series of o...

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NAPLIC @naplic.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

Coming up in May and June are a whole series of #DevLangDis CPD events including a journal club and the first 'working with adults with DLD' network. Check them out: www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/30445474866

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NAPLIC is the UK organisation for professionals who work with children and young people with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) and other Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN). Our aim i...

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NAPLIC @naplic.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

We are very excited to be launching a network for UK professionals who work with adults with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD). Let us shape it by completing this short survey. Also share with colleagues in adult services. #DevLangDis forms.gle/4Z8HvhR7t1zg...

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Working with Adults with DLD network

NAPLIC is planning on starting a network for professionals who work with adults with DLD. We want to know your views so that we build them into our plans. Network meetings will be termly, online and f...

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EngagewithDLD @edldproject.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

📢 Calling all DLD researchers! Got a study on DLD? Feature your research in our monthly email & connect with 400+ E-DLD members! Boost visibility | Make an impact Super easy! Just 2 short forms & ethics approval. Ready? Visit our website 🔗 www.engage-dld.com/information-... #DevLangDis

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Professor Cristina McKean @cristina-mckean.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

Come and join my growing team! An exciting opportunity to help us to evaluate the ELIM-I. Please repost @drhelenslt.bsky.social @carolinebowen.bsky.social @naplic.bsky.social @yvonnewren.bsky.social @natmunro.bsky.social

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Ashley Blake @ashleyrblake.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Hot off the press! We are delighted to share the latest issue of the BPS Cognitive Psychology Bulletin explore.bps.org.uk/content/bpscog… Thank you to all our contributors. It has been a pleasure to work on this issue with Harriet Smith and Nick Perham.

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TICLD @ticld.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

We are looking for #DLD #SLT #SLP #Speechie researchers, lecturers, professors to fill out our 5 minute survey. What textbooks do you use to teach about #DevelopmentalLanguageDisorder #DLD? What taxonomies do you know about which discuss child language disorders? @ashajournals.bsky.social

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Word Aware @wordaware.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

Been reading quite a bit recently querying the need for diagnoses . My thoughts: a diagnosis such as DLD is a short cut to general understanding but should not obscure our understanding of a person's individual strength and needs. #DevLangDis

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Marah Jaraisy @marahjaraisy.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

I’m a multilingual, hardworking, enthusiastic linguist passionate about sociolinguistics, language contact, sign languages & gestures Ready to contribute my skills to a hybrid, remote (UK/Europe), or onsite (UK only) position Let’s chat if you know of opportunities! Let's turn Dr. into hireable 👩‍🎓💼

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Marah Jaraisy @marahjaraisy.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

🎉 Big news! I'm submitting my PhD thesis this September! 📝✨ It's been a wild ride of research, resilience, and way too many snacks to fuel me, and now I’m officially on the hunt for my next adventure. 🚀

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Ashley Blake @ashleyrblake.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

What a wonderful graduation day and beautiful ceremony in The Great Hall at the University of Birmingham. Enormous thanks to Ewa Dąbrowska, Dagmar Divjak, and Nick Riches, for all your support and guidance over the past few years. #DevLangDis

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Dagmar Divjak @dagmardivjak.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

Curious about the opportunities that computational models offer the language sciences? Ready to get your hands dirty with code? Then sign up for our third and final FREE SummerSchool, this time on the beautiful Birmingham campus @artsatbham.bsky.social @lcuob.bsky.social @medallinguist.bsky.social

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Word Aware @wordaware.bsky.social · 13/11/2024

Developmental Language Disorder has its own hashtag, #DevLangDis. It hasn't been very busy on here yet, but start posting, searching and sharing so we can build our community and learn together. People with DLD, families and professionals together

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Ashley Blake @ashleyrblake.bsky.social · 25/09/2024

Just under one month to go until #DLDday - it's our chance to raise awareness for people with Developmental Language Disorder. I'm delighted that 'Old Joe' clock tower at the University of Birmingham will be lit up in purple on the 18th October for the 4th year running! #DevLangDis

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Nikki Botting @profnikkibotting.bsky.social · 23/09/2024

Still looking for families with children born between March & June 2020 to take part in our BICYCLE #study looking at #talking and #thinking skills. Over 100 participants so far. More families from SouthWest England and East Midlands particularly needed so that we get a good spread. #research

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Dr Abi Roper @abracabadger.com · 23/09/2024

Do you know any adults with #DLD in the London area? Please share this research opportunity. 📊📈Graphs & graphics are not always user friendly. We want to improve them. We need adults with DLD to help us. Email Niamh.Devane.2@city.ac.uk for info. @wordaware.bsky.social @susanebbels.bsky.social

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Ashley Blake @ashleyrblake.bsky.social · 14/09/2024

Delighted to have passed my PhD viva with minor corrections. Enormous thanks to Emma Hayiou-Thomas and Helen Breadmore, for insightful discussions, and to Paul Thompson for chairing. Sincere thanks to my supervisors, Ewa Dąbrowska, Dagmar Divjak, and Nick Riches for all your support. #DevLangDis

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Ashley Blake @ashleyrblake.bsky.social · 20/02/2024

Please help Laura who is looking for English speaking adults with/without asd to take part her online study for her undergraduate thesis. Please email Laura for detailed information, thank you!

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Ashley Blake @ashleyrblake.bsky.social · 20/10/2023

Today is Developmental Language Disorder day. At the University of Birmingham, we feel proud to advocate for people around the world with DLD. Old Joe clock tower will be proudly lit up in purple tonight to raise awareness of DLD. 🙌 www.pg.bham.ac.uk/blog/dldawar...

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Ashley Blake @ashleyrblake.bsky.social · 29/09/2023

Hi everyone, I'm in the final stages of my PhD research which explores the relationship between language and cognition in people with and without developmental language disorder. Look forward to connecting with #AcademicSky #PhDSky #CogSci #devpsyc #CogDev 🧠💬 🗣️💬 #DevLangDis

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