Understanding how early sound processing affects language development in toddlers with autism
Auditory precursors of language delay in toddlers with autism spectrum disorders
['FUNDING_R01'] · SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY · NIH-10599194
This study is looking at how listening skills affect language development in toddlers with autism, using brain scans to find out if there are early signs that might explain why some kids have trouble talking, and it will follow these children over time to see how they grow compared to their peers.
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-10599194 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between auditory processing and language delays in toddlers diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). By using advanced neuroimaging techniques, including MRI, the study aims to identify early brain anomalies that may contribute to language impairments. The research will follow children over time, comparing those with ASDs to typically developing peers, to better understand how auditory and language systems mature. Through detailed assessments, the study seeks to uncover potential causal links between sound processing issues and language development challenges.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are toddlers aged 0-3 years who have been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders.
Not a fit: Patients who are older than 3 years or do not have a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to early interventions that improve language outcomes for toddlers with autism.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has suggested links between auditory processing and language development, but this study aims to explore these connections at a neural level, making it a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
SAN DIEGO, UNITED STATES
- SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY — SAN DIEGO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: MUELLER, RALPH-AXEL — SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: MUELLER, RALPH-AXEL
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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