Development, attention, and inhibition study
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how children develop attention and self-control. It may help us understand typical growth and learning.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Your child is typically developing with no known developmental disorders.
- Your child will be pre-screened to confirm they are developing as expected.
- Your child may be asked to do computer tasks and answer questions.
- You will help by filling out some questionnaires about your child.
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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