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VSLLGGENE
Genetic syndrome: Down Syndrome, Fragile X Syndrome,etc. cause problems using or understanding words or sentences
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Description

For sample adults ages 18 and older who have ever had a diagnosis for a language problem that lasted a week or longer, VSLLGGENE reports whether the respondent's problem understanding words or sentences was caused by a genetic syndrome, such as Down's Syndrome or Fragile X Syndrome.

VSLLGGENE is part of the Adult Voice, Speech and Language Supplement. For related variables and more information, please use the IPUMS NHIS search function and drop-down menus, or see VSLDIAG, which reports on diagnosis, VSLVDAYS, which reports on the problem duration and extent, and VSLVSLPYR, which reports on treatment.

Comparability

There are no comparability issues with this variable.

Universe

  • 2012: Sample adults 18+ who have ever had a diagnosis for a language problem that lasted a week or longer

Availability

  • 2012

Weights