Can simple toys and parenting help save bangladeshi Babies' brains?

NCT ID NCT07472699

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at how to improve a parenting program for malnourished children aged 6-24 months in Bangladesh. Researchers are testing two approaches: one using program-supplied toys and another where mothers make toys. The goal is to see if these strategies improve children's thinking, language, and motor skills. About 2,400 children will take part over 6 months.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
psychosocial stimulation (toys and parenting curriculum)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show how to effectively scale up early childhood development programs in low-resource settings.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage study testing strategies, not a proven treatment. The previous round found no benefit, and results may not apply broadly.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Icddr,B

    Dhaka, Bangladesh