Understanding how caregivers can support Spanish language development in young bilingual children at risk for language disorders
Identifying Caregiver Behaviors that Promote Spanish Development in Preschool-aged Emergent Bilinguals at Risk for Developmental Language Disorder
['FUNDING_CAREER'] · UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HLTH SCI CTR HOUSTON · NIH-10914800
This study is looking at how Spanish-speaking caregivers can help their preschool-aged children, who are learning both Spanish and English and may have language challenges, by using specific strategies at home to boost their language skills.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_CAREER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HLTH SCI CTR HOUSTON (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (HOUSTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10914800 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the behaviors of Spanish-speaking caregivers that can help promote language development in preschool-aged children who are emergent bilinguals and at risk for developmental language disorder. The study focuses on identifying effective caregiver strategies that can be used at home to support children's proficiency in their home language, especially as they begin to encounter more English in school. By analyzing data from previous clinical trials, the research aims to uncover specific practices that can enhance language skills in these vulnerable children. The findings could lead to practical interventions that caregivers can implement to foster better language outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are preschool-aged children (ages 3-5) who are emergent bilinguals and have Spanish-speaking caregivers, particularly those at risk for developmental language disorder.
Not a fit: Children who are not emergent bilinguals or who do not have Spanish-speaking caregivers may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide caregivers with effective strategies to enhance their children's Spanish language development, leading to improved communication skills and educational outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that caregiver-delivered interventions can be effective in supporting language development in bilingual children, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
HOUSTON, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HLTH SCI CTR HOUSTON — HOUSTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SURRAIN, SARAH — UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HLTH SCI CTR HOUSTON
- Study coordinator: SURRAIN, SARAH
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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