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Official title Randomised Study of Web-Based Auditory Training With Varying Perceptual and Cognitive Demands on Training Gains and Generalised Speech, Cognitive, and Communication Outcomes
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07506408
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- WP1: PLUS-Auditory Training The goal of this experimental study is to better understand how task difficulty affects on-task learning thresholds and generalised benefits in two PLUS auditory training tasks involving perceptual and cognitive learning in adults aged 18+ (no upper age limit) with listening difficulties. The main question it aims to answer is: Does adjusting task difficulty in PLUS, by manipulating the perceptual and cognitive demands of the phonemic discrimination and competing speech tasks, affect on-task learning thresholds and off-task performance in adults with listening difficulties?
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Adults (aged 18+ years, no upper age limit);
- Poorer performance on the DTT (SRT of -5.5 dB SNR or higher, as defined by Dawes, 2013) completed without hearing aid(s) for those who typically use...
- Non-hearing device users or hearing aid(s) owner;
- Ability to read and understand English;
- Ability to provide informed consent;
You likely can't join if
- Failure to meet inclusion criteria;
- Having previous auditory training experience;
- Cochlear implant users.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Adults (aged 18+ years, no upper age limit);
- Poorer performance on the DTT (SRT of -5.5 dB SNR or higher, as defined by Dawes, 2013) completed without hearing aid(s) for those who typically use them;
- Non-hearing device users or hearing aid(s) owner;
- Ability to read and understand English;
- Ability to provide informed consent;
- Access to the internet;
- Access to functional built-in speakers, external speakers, or headphones.
- Failure to meet inclusion criteria;
- Having previous auditory training experience;
- Cochlear implant users.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom
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, 18 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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