Understanding cognitive changes in children aged 7 to 10
Cognitive Dynamics in Early Childhood
This study looks at how children's thinking skills change between ages 7 and 10 to see what makes them different and how these differences might affect them later in life.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 600 (estimated) |
| Ages | 7 Years to 13 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Radboud University Medical Center Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Nijmegen) |
| Trial ID | NCT06330090 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to explore cognitive variability in children aged 7 to 10 by employing advanced methodologies such as experience sampling, longitudinal designs, and deep phenotyping. It seeks to answer key questions regarding individual differences in cognitive performance, the underlying neural and environmental factors, and the long-term implications of these cognitive variations. By integrating various statistical approaches, the study will provide insights into how cognitive abilities develop and differ among children over time.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are children aged 7 to 10 who are able to understand the behavioral tasks involved.
Not a fit: Children with a history of neurological or psychiatric illnesses, or those who cannot participate in MRI due to contraindications, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance our understanding of cognitive development in children, potentially leading to better educational strategies and interventions.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in understanding cognitive variability using similar observational and longitudinal approaches.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * In order to be eligible to participate in the behavioural arm of this study, a subject must meet all of the following criteria: * Between the ages of 7 and 10 years at the moment of the first assessment. In order to be eligible to participate in the imaging arm of this study, a subject must meet all of the following criteria: * Between the ages of 8 and 10 years at the moment of the first assessment. Exclusion Criteria: * A potential subject will be excluded from participation in the study if the participant indicates not understanding the instructions of the behavioural tasks due to a language barrier. In the imaging arm of the study, a potential subject who meets any of the following criteria will further be excluded from participation in the imaging arm of the study: * History of neurological or psychiatric illness. * History of using psychotropic medications. * Contraindications for MRI. * Metal parts that cannot be removed, are present in or on upper body, e.g. plates, screws, aneurysm clips, metal splinters, piercings or medical plasters. (exception: dental fillings, crowns, a metal wire behind the teeth, tattoos and contraceptive coils). * Body containing metal fragments, in particular in the eye, e.g., caused by injuries when working with metal. * History of brain surgery. * Active implant(s) (e.g. pacemaker, neurostimulator, insulin pump, ossicle prosthesis) * Using a medical plaster that cannot or may not be taken off (e.g. nicotine plaster)
Where this trial is running
Nijmegen
- Radboudumc Department of Cognitive Neuroscience — Nijmegen, Netherlands (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Rogier Kievit
- Email: rogier.kievit@donders.ru.nl
- Phone: +31 (0) 24 361 42 24
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.