How children with developmental language disorder process audiovisual information
Audiovisual processing in children with developmental language disorder
This study looks at how kids with developmental language disorder (DLD) understand speech by using both what they see and hear, and it compares their experiences to those of kids who develop language normally, to help us learn more about the challenges they face in learning to talk.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Purdue University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (West Lafayette, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10616755 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how children with developmental language disorder (DLD) process visual and auditory speech cues, which are crucial for language acquisition. By comparing children with DLD to their typically developing peers, the study aims to identify specific impairments in integrating visual and auditory information. The research utilizes advanced techniques like electroencephalography (EEG) to measure brain responses to audiovisual stimuli. Understanding these mechanisms could provide insights into the challenges faced by children with DLD in acquiring language skills.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are children aged 1-11 years diagnosed with developmental language disorder.
Not a fit: Children without developmental language disorder or those with identifiable causes for language difficulties may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for supporting language development in children with developmental language disorder.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have indicated that audiovisual processing is impaired in children with developmental language disorder, suggesting that this research builds on established findings.
Where this research is happening
West Lafayette, United States
- Purdue University — West Lafayette, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kaganovich, Natalya — Purdue University
- Study coordinator: Kaganovich, Natalya
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.