Understanding how children with language disorders learn
Examining the impaired learning mechanism in children with developmental language disorder
This study is looking at how children with developmental language disorder (DLD) learn to speak and aims to find better ways to help them improve their language skills.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Mgh Institute of Health Professions NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Charlestown, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10867443 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the learning mechanisms in children with developmental language disorder (DLD), a condition that affects their ability to develop spoken language. The study aims to identify the underlying causes of these learning difficulties, focusing on how children with DLD manage language learning. By exploring the effectiveness of explicit learning strategies, the research seeks to develop better treatment approaches that can enhance language acquisition in affected children. The project will utilize various methodologies, including assessments of language processing and learning strategies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who have been diagnosed with developmental language disorder.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have developmental language disorder or those with language impairments due to other neurological conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective interventions that improve language learning outcomes for children with developmental language disorder.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in understanding language learning mechanisms in similar populations, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Charlestown, UNITED STATES
- Mgh Institute of Health Professions — Charlestown, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Arbel, Yael — Mgh Institute of Health Professions
- Study coordinator: Arbel, Yael
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.