Abnormal Speech Motor Control in Individuals with 16p11.2 Deletions.

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This study shows that children and adults with a proximal 16p11.2 deletion have differences in how their brains control speech movements—especially adjusting voice and sounds in real time—which helps families understand why speech can be hard even with practice and supports using specialized speech‑motor therapies (like intensive, feedback‑based speech therapy) rather than assuming challenges are only language‑ or behavior‑based.