Examining how babies respond to the Object Permanence Scale
Responsiveness of the Object Permanence Scale
Tokat Gaziosmanpasa University · NCT05749783
This study looks at how babies aged 7 to 16 months with motor delays respond to a test about object permanence to see if they improve over three months.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 27 (estimated) |
| Ages | 7 Months to 16 Months |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Tokat Gaziosmanpasa University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Tokat) |
| Trial ID | NCT05749783 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to assess the responsiveness of the Object Permanence Scale in infants aged 7 to 16 months who exhibit motor developmental delays. Participants will be evaluated at baseline and again after three months to determine their progress. Inclusion criteria require infants to be able to sit for at least three seconds but not switch independently between positions, while those with certain medical conditions or developmental disorders will be excluded from participation.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are infants aged 7 to 16 months who can sit for at least three seconds but struggle with transitioning between positions.
Not a fit: Patients with severe visual impairments, autism, Down syndrome, spinal cord injuries, uncontrolled seizure disorders, or neurodegenerative disorders may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into the developmental progress of infants with motor delays, potentially guiding early interventions.
How similar studies have performed: While this specific approach may not have been extensively tested, similar studies assessing developmental milestones in infants have shown promise in understanding early childhood development.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 7-16 months, * Sitting for at least 3 seconds but unable to independently switch between sitting and other positions * To show at least one retardation in motor subscale of Bayley III. Exclusion Criteria: * Medical complications (eg, severe visual impairment) limiting participation in assessments; autism, down syndrome, or spinal cord injury; diagnosed uncontrolled seizure disorder; or a neurodegenerative disorder
Where this trial is running
Tokat
- Faculty of Health Sciences, Tokat Gaziosmanpaşa University — Tokat, Turkey (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.
Conditions: Developmental Delay