Socioeconomic Status and its Impact on Receptive Vocabulary and Executive Function in Young Children

Yifan Cao

doi:10.54097/tvny3w35

Authors

Yifan Cao

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54097/tvny3w35

Keywords:

Socioeconomic Status (SES), Receptive Vocabulary, Executive Function, Child Development, Cognitive Disparities

Abstract

This article examines the impact of Socioeconomic Status (SES) on the development of receptive vocabulary and executive function in young children. Integrating current research, the paper highlights the challenges faced by children from low SES backgrounds in terms of language comprehension and executive functioning. Studies indicate a close relationship between SES and a child's receptive language abilities and executive functions, which are crucial for overall learning and development. The article also explores how SES influences cognitive development in children through various pathways, such as home language environment, stress levels, and access to resources. Additionally, the paper discusses early intervention measures and policy recommendations for children from low SES backgrounds to bridge the developmental gap associated with SES.

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