Identifying Language Differences in Vietnamese Children
Clinical markers of DLD in bilingual and monolingual Vietnamese children
['FUNDING_R01'] · SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY · NIH-11111160
This project looks for ways to better identify developmental language disorder (DLD) in Vietnamese children, both those who speak only Vietnamese and those who speak Vietnamese and English.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SAN DIEGO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11111160 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
Developmental language disorder (DLD) can make it harder for children to read and succeed later in life. It's especially tricky to identify DLD in children who speak more than one language, like Vietnamese and English, which can lead to missed diagnoses or incorrect ones. This project aims to find clear signs of DLD that are common across different languages, focusing on Vietnamese children. Researchers will use their experience in Vietnam and the US to develop better ways to tell if a child has DLD, helping them get the right support sooner.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates are Vietnamese children, both monolingual and bilingual, in early school years (kindergarten through second grade), who may be experiencing language development challenges.
Not a fit: Patients who do not speak Vietnamese or are outside the specified age range for early school years may not directly benefit from this specific research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: This project could lead to more accurate and timely diagnosis of developmental language disorder in Vietnamese children, ensuring they receive appropriate support and intervention.
How similar studies have performed: The research team has previously established a classification system for DLD in Vietnamese kindergarteners and measured language-reading development, indicating prior success in related areas.
Where this research is happening
SAN DIEGO, UNITED STATES
- SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY — SAN DIEGO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: PHAM, GIANG THUY — SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: PHAM, GIANG THUY
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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