Word learning in kids with language delays
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a new way to help children with language delays learn new words by using practice schedules that adapt to each child.
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Who can take part
- Must have significant language delay OR normal language skills for their age.
- Must have normal hearing.
- Must have no known brain injury or disease.
- Must score above the intellectual disability range on a nonverbal intelligence test.
- Must not have autism spectrum disorder.
- Must be a native English speaker (can also speak another language).
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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