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- Young people tend to use language in unique and non-traditional ways, which can differ significantly from standard communication.
- This unconventional language can lead to misunderstandings and challenges for older doctors trying to interpret what younger patients are saying.
- One specific area where this is problematic is in recognizing signs of disorganized speech, which may be harder for older doctors to identify.
Article Abstract
Young people often use language in an unconventional way. This may create communication difficulties for older doctors, particularly in the identification of disorganised speech, say
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