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Official title Network Connectivity and Temporal Processing in Adolescents Who Stutter
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05286151
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The specific purpose of this clinical trial is to compare performance on rhythm perception and production tasks between children who stutter and children who do not stutter. The overall project also aims to investigate how performance on rhythm tasks may be related to brain activity (non-clinical trial).
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 9 to 13. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Children who stutter:
- English as primary language
- Current or past stuttering diagnosis Children who do not stutter:
- English as primary language
You likely can't join if
- 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:
See the full eligibility criteria
- Children who stutter:
- English as primary language
- Current or past stuttering diagnosis Children who do not stutter:
- English as primary language
- 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
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 9 years to 13 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.