Learning disability

This study investigates whether combining the medication lovastatin with intensive reading tutoring can improve reading abilities in children and young adults (ages 8-20) with Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) who have reading disabilities. Participants first receive either lovastat…

This study tests a behavioral program called Individualized Developmental Care (NIDCAP) for newborns with complex congenital heart disease. The program aims to reduce stress from the hospital environment by supporting parent involvement, creating a soothing setting, and adjusting…

This study tests whether a mix of treatments—including the patient's own stem cells, a strict keto diet, and a fecal transplant—can improve social skills, communication, and gut health in 50 teens and adults with autism. Participants must be stable on their current medications. T…

This study tests a mobile health program called i-PregMom, which includes a smartphone app and digital food diary, to help pregnant women manage their blood sugar and weight gain. Researchers will enroll 160 first-time mothers and track their progress from early pregnancy (10-14 …

This trial tests a home-based program called the Sickle Cell Caregiver Collaboration for Child Development (SCCCD) for infants and toddlers with sickle cell disease. The program combines a parenting curriculum with occupational therapy to help families support their child's learn…

This study tests a digital tool that helps parents of young children with developmental delays or disabilities organize and share their priorities with early intervention professionals. The tool, called PEM+, is designed to make family-centered care more practical by guiding fami…

This study compares two fun approaches—creative movement (like dance and yoga) and play-based activities (like obstacle courses and building blocks)—to see which better improves motor skills, balance, and quality of life in children aged 5-8 with developmental delay. Twenty-eight…

This study tests a program called Preschool and Me (PreM) that helps families of children with developmental delays or disabilities connect with school-based services. The program uses a care plan and a navigator to guide families through the process. Researchers hope this will i…

This study watches a single gynecology resident as they learn to perform a hysterectomy through the vagina using a special camera, leaving no belly scars. The goal is to see how quickly the resident improves, measuring surgery time and any complications. Nineteen women with benig…

Researchers at Arkansas Children's Hospital are studying how mitochondria work in children with autism spectrum disorder. They aim to identify distinct patterns of mitochondrial dysfunction that may relate to developmental delays. The study involves up to 5 visits with blood draw…

This study tests a new interactive multimedia program designed to teach ICU nurses about chemotherapy drug administration. Fifty nurses at a medical center in southern Taiwan will use the system for about 30 minutes and complete tests before and after to see if their knowledge an…

This study looks at whether a power wheelchair that can lift a child from sitting to standing is practical for kids with conditions like cerebral palsy, spinal cord injuries, or genetic diseases. Only 4 children aged 5-17 are taking part. The goal is to see if the chair helps the…