Investigating the links between perinatal factors and neurodevelopmental disorders in children.
Perinatal, Cognitive and Social-emotional Correlates of Neurodevelopmental Disorders and Learning Difficulties in Children and Adolescents, From a Biopsychosocial Perspective.
Laboratory of Psychological and Educational Tests · NCT06215092
This study is trying to see how factors during pregnancy and birth might affect the development of learning and social skills in children and teens aged 5 to 18.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 500 (estimated) |
| Ages | 5 Years to 18 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Laboratory of Psychological and Educational Tests (other gov) |
| Locations | 1 site (Gdansk, Pomerania) |
| Trial ID | NCT06215092 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to explore the relationship between perinatal factors and the risk of neurodevelopmental disorders and learning difficulties in children and adolescents aged 5 to 18. A minimum of 500 participants will undergo psychological assessments to evaluate cognitive and social-emotional functioning. Data will also be collected from parents and teachers to gain insights into the children's social-emotional development. The study seeks to identify specific patterns of cognitive and social-emotional functioning associated with various neurodevelopmental disorders.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include children and adolescents aged 5 to 18 with diagnosed neurodevelopmental disorders or learning difficulties.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 5 to 18 years or those without any neurodevelopmental disorders will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of the factors contributing to neurodevelopmental disorders, potentially leading to improved early interventions and support for affected children.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in identifying correlations between perinatal factors and neurodevelopmental outcomes, making this approach both relevant and promising.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria for neurodevelopmental disorder groups: * age between 5 to 18 y.o. * diagnosed neurodevelopmental disorders, depending on the study group: 1) Developmental learning disorder; 2) Disorder of intellectual development, mild; 3) Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder; 4) Autism spectrum disorder Inclusion criteria for learning difficulties: * age between 5 to 18 y.o. * difficulty in reading and/or writing without a diagnosis of Developmental learning disorder Inclusion criteria for control group * age between 5 to 18 y.o. * without a diagnosis of any neurodevelopmental disorder Exclusion criteria for learning difficulties - diagnosis of Developmental learning disorder Exclusion criteria for all groups: * age below 5 y.o. and equal to or above 19 y.o. * diagnosis of any neurodevelopmental disorders
Where this trial is running
Gdansk, Pomerania
- Laboratory of Psychological and Educational Tests — Gdansk, Pomerania, Poland (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Urszula Sajewicz-Radtke, Ph.D. — Laboratory of Psychological and Educational Tests
- Study coordinator: Rafał Nowicki, M.A.
- Email: nowicki@pracowniatestow.pl
- Phone: +48509805591
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: Perinatal Condition, Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Social Functioning, Child Development, Adolescent Development, hypoxia, dyslexia, mild intellectual disability