Clinical trials
Language Disorders clinical trials
Below are recruiting language disorders clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 64 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05901493Recruiting
Memory learning task study for adults with language difficulty
This study checks how well adults remember and use newly learned language information over time. It compares people with developmental language disorder to people without it to understand what may affect long-term learning.
Newark, DelawareAges 18–55 - NCT06085300Recruiting
Bilingual treatment study for children with language delays
This study looks at how bilingual children with language delays respond to treatment in English or Spanish. It aims to find the best way to help them improve their language skills.
Houston, TexasAges 4–6 - NCT06968169Recruiting
Short-term verbal memory in language development
This study looks at short-term verbal memory in people with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) and those with typical language skills, to better understand how memory affects language.
Omaha, NebraskaAges 5–10 - NCT06995014Recruiting
Word learning in kids with language delays
This study tests a new way to help children with language delays learn new words by using practice schedules that adapt to each child.
West Lafayette, IndianaAges 4 years–5.9 years - NCT07048392Recruiting
Word learning study for children with language delays
This trial tests whether children with developmental language disorder learn new words better during book reading. It compares their learning to kids with typical language skills to find better teaching strategies.
West Lafayette, IndianaAges 4 years–5.9 years - NCT07529327Recruiting
Supporting Language Development in Young Children of Parents in Recovery
This study helps parents or caregivers with a history of substance use support their young child's language development through weekly community groups and optional one-on-one sessions. The goal is to help children ages 1–3 learn more words and start combining words earlier.
Eugene, OregonAges 18 years+ - NCT05678634Recruiting
Feedback training for children with language learning difficulties
This study tests a learning program that gives children feedback to help improve language and communication skills. It may help children who have developmental language difficulties and can understand instructions in English.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 8–12 - NCT05988190Recruiting
Learning new words in children with language disorder
This study looks at how children with developmental language disorder learn new words from context. It aims to find better ways to support their language development.
Johnson City, New YorkAges 7–11 - NCT06880731Recruiting
Training inner speech in children with language disorder
This study tests a program to help children with developmental language disorder improve their inner speech. It compares them to children with typical language development to see if the training helps with language skills.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 8–10 - NCT06898671Recruiting
Language Skills in Adults With and Without DLD
This study looks at how language skills change over time in adults ages 30–35, by comparing people with Developmental Language Disorder (a lifelong difficulty with language) to those with typical language skills. Participants must have been in an earlier University of Iowa study to join.
Iowa City, IowaAges 30–35 - NCT06911138Recruiting
Grammar therapy for children with language disorder
This study tests a new way to help children with developmental language disorder learn complex grammar. It may be a good fit if your child struggles with understanding and using sentences and has not received this type of therapy before.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 8–11 - NCT07510854Recruiting
Sentence prediction in language disorder study
This study tests how children with developmental language disorder predict sentences. It compares their performance to typical children to better understand language processing.
Omaha, NebraskaAges 5–7 - NCT05741853Recruiting
Speech therapy study for bilingual people with primary progressive aphasia
This study looks at how well speech-language therapy works in bilingual people with primary progressive aphasia, a condition that gradually affects language. It also tests whether different language skills (Spanish/Catalan or Spanish/English) affect response to treatment.
Austin, TexasAges 40 years+ - NCT07369960Recruiting
Brain stimulation and language training for children with language delay
This trial tests if combining repetitive magnetic stimulation (rTMS) with language exercises can help children with global developmental delay who have trouble speaking. It's for children aged 2 to 5 with a confirmed language delay, and no other major conditions like epilepsy or autism.
Jishou, HunanAges 2–5 - NCT07521371Enrolling by invitation
Intranasal Insulin for Autism in Children and Young Adults
This study observes how intranasal insulin (a form of insulin delivered through the nose) affects children and young adults with autism spectrum disorder who are already using or planning to use it as part of their regular care. Researchers will track changes in behavior and social skills over about 6 months.
Spring, TexasAges 4–21 - 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 - NCT04558541Recruiting
Speech and grammar training study for kids with language disorder
This study looks at how children with developmental language disorder understand and produce parts of speech, especially verb endings and grammar patterns. It may help researchers develop better ways to support communication in kids who struggle with language.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 4–8 - NCT06512168Recruiting
Measuring aided language development in children
This study tests whether using an iPad communication app helps children with Down syndrome or cerebral palsy who have trouble speaking. It looks at how their language skills grow over time.
Orlando, FloridaAges 3.5 years–5 years - NCT06660108Recruiting
Genetic roots of language development and disorders
This study looks for genes linked to severe language disorders in children. It aims to understand why some children have lasting language difficulties despite therapy, which could lead to better treatments.
Corbeil-EssonnesAges 5 years+ - NCT06156865Recruiting
Understanding late talking in toddlers with brain imaging
This study uses brain scans and simple games to learn why some toddlers start talking later than others. It may help families understand their child's development.
Oshawa, OntarioAges 1.5 years–2.5 years - NCT06866223Recruiting
Language therapy study for bilingual children ages 4–6
This study looks at how to best support bilingual children (ages 4–6) who have trouble with advanced sentences. It will test whether therapy in English, Spanish, or both helps them learn grammar more effectively.
Houston, TexasAges 4–6 - 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 - NCT07426328Enrolling by invitation
Robot therapy for kids with language disorder
This trial tests if interacting with a humanoid robot can help children aged 4 to 5 with developmental language disorder improve their motivation and language skills.
Messina, MessinaAges 4–5 - NCT04060030RecruitingPhase 2
Leucovorin for young children with autism language difficulties
This Phase 2 study tests whether leucovorin (a vitamin-related medicine) can improve social communication and language in young children with autism. It also looks at safety and whether the results hold while the child stays on their usual therapies and routines.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 2.5 years–5 years
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for language disorders?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 64 recruiting language disorders 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 language disorders 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 language disorders 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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