Understanding late talking in toddlers with brain imaging
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
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.
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Who can take part
- Your child is 18 to 30 months old
- Your family speaks mainly English at home
- Your child was born full-term (between 37 and 42 weeks of pregnancy)
- Your child does not have any metal in their head or body and is not afraid of small spaces (for the MRI scan)
- Your child can see clearly (with or without glasses)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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