Brain scans and VR reveal secrets of childhood stuttering

NCT ID NCT06578416

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Apr 30, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This study follows 120 children aged 3-6 who stutter and those who don't to learn why some naturally recover. Kids complete speech tests, brain activity recordings (EEG, fNIRS), and virtual reality speaking tasks. The goal is to identify early markers that predict whether stuttering will persist or fade.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Developmental Speech Lab

    RECRUITING

    East Lansing, Michigan, 48824, United States

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