Digital neuropsychological rehabilitation program for learning difficulties

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 study evaluates the effectiveness of the BEATLE program, a digital neuropsychological rehabilitation tool designed for adolescents aged 12-16 with developmental language disorders, dyslexia, and other specific learning difficulties. Utilizing a randomized controlled trial with a waitlist design, the study aims to measure changes in self-efficacy, self-compassion, executive functioning, and attitudes toward learning as reported by participants, their guardians, and teachers. The research will also explore the correlation between the usage of the Digital Care Pathway and its effectiveness in improving learning outcomes.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

For inclusion, the International Classification of Diseases 10th edition (ICD-10; WHO, 2018) diagnostic criteria accompanied with Finnish Current Care Guidelines will be used as follows:

Developmental Language Disorder Verbal reasoning skills (Verbal Reasoning Index = VCI) 1.5 standard deviations lower than average (\< 78 Index points) Intact non-verbal reasoning skills (Perceptual Reasoning Index = PRI) \> 84 index points) Normal or fixed to normal hearing and vision Adequate skills in Finnish: Finnish either as a native language, major household language or adequate reported performance in Finnish school system.

Dyslexia Measured reading accuracy and comprehension two standard deviations (-2 standard deviations) lower than anticipated when the chronological age and IQ have been taken into account Normal of fixed to normal hearing and vision Adequate skills in Finnish: Finnish either as a native language, major household language or adequate reported performance in Finnish school system.

Mixed Developmental Disorder Wide developmental and learning difficulties (69 \< PRI \< 84, 69 \< VCI \< 84) Normal or fixed to normal hearing and vision Adequate skills in Finnish: Finnish either as a native language, major household language or adequate reported performance in Finnish school system.

Exclusion Criteria:

All exclusion criteria will be addressed individually. If a respondent fulfills one or more of the exclusion criteria, the respondent will be dropped out. Exclusion criteria are formed as follows:

Suspicion of mild intellectual disability Both verbal and non-verbal reasoning skills more than two standard deviations lower than average (VCI \& PRI \< 70) Weak (-2 Standard Deviations) performance on both subtests representing fluid intelligence (Wechsler's Intelligence Scale for Children IV (WISC-IV): Matrix reasoning and Picture concepts)

Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder

Untreated Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Unable to adequately use a a computer and/or a smartphone

Where it's running

• Pediatric Neurology, Helsinki University Hospital
  Helsinki, Finland Recruiting
• Phoniatrics, Helsinki University Hospital
  Helsinki, Finland Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Markus S. Hannukkala, PhD Student, M.A.
• Email: samuel.hannukkala@hus.fi
• Phone: +358407057351

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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.