Comparing rhythm perception in children who stutter and those who don't

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This clinical trial aims to evaluate the differences in rhythm perception and production between children who stutter and those who do not. Over a period of three years, participants will engage in rhythm discrimination and finger tapping tasks annually. Additionally, the study will incorporate MRI scans to investigate the relationship between rhythm performance and brain activity. The goal is to better understand the neurological underpinnings of stuttering through these assessments.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria Children who stutter:

* English as primary language
* Current or past stuttering diagnosis

Inclusion Criteria Children who do not stutter:

* English as primary language

Exclusion Criteria Children who stutter:

* Diagnosed/under treatment for any neurological or psychiatric conditions
* Head trauma with loss of consciousness
* Major medical illness
* Hearing loss- Language/motor delay (below -2 standard deviations on standardized assessments)
* Face, motor, or reflex abnormalities

Exclusion Criteria Children who do not stutter:

* Personal or family history of stuttering
* Diagnosed/under treatment for any neurological or psychiatric conditions
* Head trauma with loss of consciousness
* Major medical illness
* Hearing loss
* Language/motor delay (below -2 standard deviations on standardized assessments
* Face, motor, or reflex abnormalities

Where it's running

• University of Michigan
  Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Soo-Eun Chang, PhD — University of Michigan
• Study coordinator: Soo-Eun Chang, PhD
• Email: sooeunc@umich.edu
• Phone: 734-232-0300

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.