How hearing affects brain development in children
Part of Brain & nervous system, Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This research study looks at how hearing—whether typical or affected by hearing loss—shapes how children's brains grow and develop. Researchers will compare brain development in children with normal hearing, hearing aids, cochlear implants, and other hearing devices.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years old or younger
- You must be able to cooperate with hearing and brain tests (like sitting still for recordings or responding to sounds)
- If you have hearing loss: your hearing threshold must be at least 20 dB HL, or your auditory brainstem response (ABR) must show 35 dB nHL or higher
- If you have normal hearing: a doctor must have confirmed your hearing is typical
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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