Clinical trials
Developmental Language Disorder clinical trials
Below are recruiting developmental language disorder clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 55 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07426276Enrolling by invitation
Parent training plus speech therapy for speech development disorder
This study tests whether combining parent training with speech therapy helps children with speech development disorder more than speech therapy alone. It is for children aged 3 to 5 who have been diagnosed with a developmental language disorder.
Messina, MessinaAges 3–5 - NCT06036316Recruiting
Language and memory study for people with psychosis
This study looks at how language and memory interact in people with psychosis, including those at risk, early psychosis, or schizophrenia, as well as healthy volunteers. It aims to understand these connections better, which may help improve care.
Laxou, FranceAges 16–55 - NCT05268341Recruiting
MRI study of language therapy changes in children
This study uses MRI pictures to see how a language-focused treatment may change the brain in children with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD). It’s for children who have typical speech, social skills, and hearing, but specifically struggle with expressive grammar.
Cincinati, OhioAges 4 years–5.9 years - NCT06275815Recruiting
Parent training for early language skills
This study helps parents use simple learning activities at home to boost their child's language skills. If your child is getting speech therapy (or waiting for it) and has trouble with words, this program might be a good fit.
Columbus, OhioAges 4 years–5.9 years - NCT06340893Recruiting
Exercise training for kids with language delays
This study tests whether exercise training can help children with developmental language disorder or typical development. It looks at how exercise may affect communication and thinking skills.
Milwaukee, WisconsinAges 5–9 - NCT06954194Recruiting
Language Therapy for Cantonese-Speaking Children with DLD
This trial tests a special language therapy designed to help Cantonese-speaking children with developmental language disorder (DLD). It aims to improve their sentence building skills through targeted exercises.
Hong KongAges 5–8 - NCT07531706Recruiting
How Babies' Brains Process Speech Sounds
This study measures how 7–8-month-old babies' brains respond to spoken language. Researchers want to understand early brain development and predict which babies might have language challenges later, especially those with a family history of language or learning difficulties.
Bosisio Parini, LeccoAges 7 months–8 months - NCT05939739Recruiting
Testing genes in severe language and learning difficulties
This study uses a special DNA test (trio exome sequencing) on a child or young adult and their two biological parents to look for a genetic cause of language and learning difficulties. If a genetic reason is found, it may help explain the cause and guide future care.
DijonAges 3–40 - NCT07057284Enrolling by invitation
Dentofacial effects of proton therapy for childhood head and neck cancer
This study looks at how proton beam therapy (a precise type of radiation) affects the teeth and face in children and teens who had head or neck cancer. The goal is to understand these long-term effects and help improve future care.
ManchesterAges 2–32 - NCT06666777Recruiting
Speech therapy and parenting for early communication skills
This study tests a program that combines speech therapy with parenting support to help young children with developmental delays improve their communication and social skills. It is designed for children aged 6 months to 5 years who have developmental challenges, and their parents.
Como, ComoAges 6 months–4.9 years - NCT06012903Recruiting
Bladder symptoms and school performance in children
This study looks at how lower urinary tract symptoms (like frequent bathroom trips or accidents) affect children's daily life and schoolwork. It aims to understand these challenges from the child's, parent's, and teacher's point of view.
Ghent, East FlandersAges 5–12 - NCT07132411Recruiting
Talk With Me Baby: Boosting early home language
This study helps parents talk more with their babies during regular checkups to support language development. It is for healthy full-term babies under 2 months old whose families speak English and/or Spanish.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 1 day–2 years - NCT07387627Recruiting
COPCA Therapy for Infants at Risk of Developmental Delays
This study is testing a new way of doing physical therapy (called COPCA) for babies who are at risk of developmental delays. The goal is to see if it helps them reach milestones better than standard care.
Seville, SevilleAges Up to 1 year - NCT07316387Enrolling by invitation
Painkiller exposure in pregnancy and child development
This study follows up on children whose mothers were in the COPANA project to see if prenatal exposure to mild painkillers affects neurobehavioral development in toddlers and preschoolers.
CopenhagenAges 2–6 - NCT07054866Recruiting
Rural autistic kids & language support study
This study is for autistic children or those with language delays, as well as their siblings or cousins, living in rural areas. It aims to help them express themselves better. Typically-developing children are also welcome as a comparison group.
Bozeman, MontanaAges 2 years+ - NCT07505381Recruiting
Parent training for child behavior (ages 0-12)
This study tests two parent training programs (HOT DOCS and DOCS K-5) that teach skills to help manage young children's disruptive behavior. It's for caregivers or professionals who speak English or Spanish and care for a child up to 12 years old.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT07302048Recruiting
Mobile pain management support for kids with intellectual disabilities
This study tests a mobile program that helps manage pain in children and young adults with intellectual disabilities, autism, or multiple disabilities. It aims to see if the program improves pain relief and works well with their care team.
BrestAges Up to 24 years - NCT06950437Recruiting
Brain stimulation therapy for language in children with autism
This trial tests a non-invasive brain stimulation method called aiTBS, guided by brain scans, to help improve language in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It is for children aged 3 to 6.5 years who have language delays and speak Mandarin.
BeijingAges 3–6 - NCT06762678Recruiting
Studying genes in neurodevelopmental disorders with birth defects
This study is for children or adults with neurodevelopmental conditions and unusual physical features, where standard genetic tests haven't found a cause. Researchers will use RNA and DNA sequencing to look for hidden genetic explanations, which could guide better care.
AngersAges Any age - NCT07477899Enrolling by invitation
Growing up in challenging early life conditions
This study looks at how things like family or environmental challenges affect growing up. The goal is to understand the impact and find ways to support adults.
Bosisio Parini, LCAges 18 years+ - NCT07438639Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality language help for kids with language delay
This study tests whether virtual reality games can help preschool children with language delay improve their speaking and understanding skills. It is designed for children ages 3 to 6 with a language disorder but without other major health problems.
MessinaAges 3–8 - NCT03307317Recruiting
Testing brain signaling in infants at early risk
This study looks at how the brain “mirrors” or responds to actions, with the goal of finding early signs of neurodevelopmental disorders. It includes healthy adults and infants, and infants who may be at risk, to compare brain patterns early on.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 9 months–65 years - NCT07459803Recruiting
Speech motor skills study for neurotypical speakers and those with stuttering or dyslexia
This study looks at how different people control their speech muscles, comparing neurotypical speakers to adults who stutter or have dyslexia. It could help us understand why some people have trouble producing fluent speech.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–50 - NCT07625579Recruiting
Collaboration for Down Syndrome Progress Research Study
This research study aims to better understand Down syndrome by collecting health information, family history, and sometimes brain imaging or sleep data from children and adults with Down syndrome and their families. The goal is to advance knowledge that could improve health and development for people with Down syndrome.
Orange, CaliforniaAges Any age
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for developmental language disorder?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 55 recruiting developmental language disorder studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a developmental language disorder trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a developmental language disorder trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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