Current research on private speech suggests that ____.
A) it should be encouraged when children are problem solving
B) its occurrence after age five suggests a developmental delay
C) it must be explicitly taught to children to be effective
D) it tends to interfere with learning new skills

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Current research on private speech supports the idea that it should be encouraged in children as it can help with problem-solving and self-regulation. Private speech is considered a normal part of development and is expected to decrease in frequency as children age, but its presence after age five does not suggest a developmental delay. Effective use of private speech may depend on how it is taught, but it is not necessary to explicitly teach children to use it. Finally, private speech has been shown to facilitate learning new skills, rather than interfering with it.

Current Research on Private Speech Suggests That ____