Assessing speech perception in children with ADHD
Speech Perception in Noise in Children With ADHD
Sheba Medical Center · NCT05624372
This study tests how well children with ADHD can understand speech in noisy places compared to kids without ADHD.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 4 Years to 18 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Sheba Medical Center (other gov) |
| Locations | 1 site (Ramat Gan) |
| Trial ID | NCT05624372 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the ability of children diagnosed with ADHD to perceive speech in noisy environments compared to a control group of typically developing children. Participants will undergo various hearing and cognitive assessments, including standard hearing tests and cognitive tests such as working memory and visual attention evaluations. The goal is to understand the factors that influence speech perception abilities in children with ADHD.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include children diagnosed with ADHD who have no previous hearing problems.
Not a fit: Children with prior hearing issues, other psychiatric disorders, or severe learning disabilities may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights that lead to better support and interventions for children with ADHD in noisy environments.
How similar studies have performed: While similar studies have explored speech perception in various populations, this specific focus on ADHD is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Research group: Kids diagnosed with ADHD, without previous hearing problems. * Control group: Kids with regular development without previous hearing problems. Exclusion Criteria: For both groups: * Having previous hearing problems or disorders * Other psychiatric disorders * Treatment with psychiatric medications other than stimulants * Having autism * Having severe learning disabilities.
Where this trial is running
Ramat Gan
- ADHD Medical Clinic, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Unit, Sheba Medical Center — Ramat Gan, Israel (RECRUITING)
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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