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Study of Attention Skills in English and Spanish-Speaking Children
Clinical Trial Title:
Study of attention skills in English and Spanish-speaking children with and without language impairment.
Clinical Trial Protocol ID:
12121901
Clinical Trial Investigator Name:
Kerry D. Ebert, PhD, CCC-SLP
Clinical Trial Protocol Description:
This study examines attention skills in children with language impairment (also called language disorder or language-based learning disability) who are learning 1 language or 2 languages. Children who participate will complete assessments of language, hearing, cognition, and attention.
Clinical Trial Eligibility Criteria:
In order to participate you must meet the following criteria:
- Are 6-8 years old.
- Speak only English or both Spanish and English.
- Have language impairment or typical language development.
You will be excluded from the study if any of the following criteria apply to you:
- Have a hearing loss.
- Have autism spectrum disorder.
- Have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
- Have a cognitive or intellectual disability.
This is a partial list of inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Clinical Trial Area:
Developmental Disorders
Contact Phone:
(312) 563-6034
Contact Name:
Kerry D. Ebert, PhD, CCC-SLP