[Language and learning disorders].

Objective: To aid health professionals, especially pediatricians, in the diagnosis and prevention of language and learning disorders.

Sources Of Data: Review of the relevant literature published in the past 5 years (MEDLINE and textbooks).

Summary Of The Findings: Multiple variables, among them neurological diseases, may be related to the etiology of language and learning disorders.

Conclusion: An adequate diagnostic investigation may guide the choice of treatment.